Definition of crosswaynext
as in corner
often crossways plural a place where roads meet carolers assembling at the village crossways on Christmas Eve

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Recent Examples of crossway Cut each third crossways into six 1 1/2-inch strips to make 36 strips total. Shelly Westerhausen Worcel, Midwest Living, 18 May 2026 Mohab rates both for two adults and a single child or pet, though that might very well entail someone sleeping crossways at the head or foot of the bed since a ~50-in-wide (127-cm) mattress might prove too narrow to fit three people comfortably side-by-side. New Atlas, 22 Apr. 2026 Villaraigosa, a former labor leader who’s gotten crossways with teacher unions among other party mainstays, professed not to care. Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025 Books were in piles beside the bed, which was crossway in the room in order to catch the breeze from the window. Madeline Leung Coleman, Vulture, 15 May 2024 Some cars may have to park crossways, taking 3 spaces, which will surely generate some ire. Brad Templeton, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 Besides the no turning signs, Walter proposed adding no heavy trucks signs along the way as well as more general signs noting road curves and pedestrian crossways. Jesse Wright, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2023 Some on the site have advocated for more green spaces, crossways that are safe, and bike lanes to be added. Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 8 May 2023
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Noun
  • Jacob Ramsey’s equaliser was also a demonstration of composure in a pressurised moment, with the midfielder calmly slotting into the bottom right-hand corner, making sure to keep his effort low.
    Chris Waugh, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Mensah capped that drive with a 23-yard touchdown pass to Toney and the two connected on a 2-yard score on the next possession with Toney punctuating both TDs with a Heisman pose for the Hurricanes fans in that corner of the stadium.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Located at the junction of three continents—Europe, Asia, and Africa—the region has historically been a crossroads for conquerors, peoples, trade, and ideas.
    Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Just as Hermès is at a crossroads in its fashion, Vanhée is facing a critical moment at Hermès.
    Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The Russian military also struck a ship heading to Odesa with military cargo and logistical facilities at Ukraine’s Starokozache border crossing with Moldova, the ministry said.
    Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Avoid any water crossings after recent rainfall, as the water level often rises and the current can be faster and stronger.
    Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The intersection of video games and trading cards has been a hotbed of activity and collaborations.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The way Krouse sees it, honey sits at a unique intersection of longevity science and ancient remedies.
    Lauren Valenti, InStyle, 9 Sep. 2026

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“Crossway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crossway. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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