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as in intersection
a place where roads meet
turn left at the next crossing and then stay on that road for two miles
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as in betraying
to be unfaithful or disloyal to
people who cross the local mob boss usually are found floating in the river
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as in intersecting
to divide by passing through or across
there's a light where that street crosses Main Street
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as in traversing
to make one's way through, across, or over
you may have to cross some woods on the way
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as in striking
to enter the mind of
the idea did cross me that he might be pulling my leg
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Recent Examples of crossing
Erin Gifford, Outside, 30 Oct. 2025
When crossing streets, put electronic devices down and keep eyes on the road.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
Daniel Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The investigation into a hit-and-run collision that killed a 6-year-old boy crossing University Avenue near City Heights in late October remains underway, San Diego police said.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
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Noun
The crossing is free, but donations are welcomed to keep this one-of-a-kind service up and running.
—Erin Gifford, Outside, 30 Oct. 2025
When crossing streets, put electronic devices down and keep eyes on the road.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
The numbers of people crossing the Darién Gap actually began to decrease when Mulino came into office, Yates said.
—Daniel Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The investigation into a hit-and-run collision that killed a 6-year-old boy crossing University Avenue near City Heights in late October remains underway, San Diego police said.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crossing
Noun
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Much better weather forecasting today would likely prevent a similar voyage from even taking place.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Nearly a week after the incident, the CEO of Coral Expeditions, Mark Fifield, confirmed that the remainder of the voyage would be canceled.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The chase ended at West Raymond and South Harding streets after the Buick struck a semitruck that was turning through the intersection, according to police.—
Noe Padilla,
IndyStar,
24 Oct. 2025
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He was known to save everything and stood at the intersection of some pivotal moments in football history.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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His ultra-Orthodox allies — the Shas and United Torah Judaism parties — quit the government in July, accusing him of betraying their religious base.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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For many women, menopause can feel like your body is betraying you.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The types of care proposed for the campus on Rosecrans attempt to ensure that there is a smooth ramp of services capable of intersecting with a wide range of symptom severity, from moderate anxiety to suicidal ideation.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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The EPs build upon that song, fully celebrating themes of family, love and emotional struggle, wrapping it in sounds intersecting modern country and Latin music.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The interstellar object is currently traversing the solar system, offering researchers a rare opportunity to study material from beyond our cosmic neighborhood.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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Mariners traversing the bar are urged to exercise extreme caution or stay in port until the threat subsides.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The parallels between 1956-57 and 2023-25 are striking.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Washington State design professionals on the AD PRO Directory capture the region’s natural beauty through their striking residential and commercial projects.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The luxury cruise line, helmed by the MSC Group, just announced plans for a new 10-night Caribbean adventure early next year.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Oct. 2025
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Another option for small-ship experiences is yacht-like cruise lines that sail on the world’s oceans offering an extra level of luxury service and high-level dining.—
Stacey Zable,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
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The 2026 World Cup is right around the corner, and anticipation for the biggest event in sports is building rapidly.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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So, the Carter and Alexander deals once again called DeJean’s status into question — especially since Carter is primarily a slot corner.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Crossing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crossing. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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