decussate

verb

Definition of decussatenext
as in to crisscross

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decussate
  1. crisscross
  2. intersect
  3. cross
Verb
  • Hiking trails crisscross the grounds, tucked between the Hudson River and Mount Beacon.
    — Veronica M. Stoddart, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
  • Soccer fans will soon crisscross continents to see their beloved national teams compete on the sport’s grandest stage, the World Cup.
    — R.J. Rico, Fortune, 5 June 2026
Definition of crisscross
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  • That innovation is also intersecting with the growth of artificial intelligence capabilities, according to Hendrik Venter, CEO of DHL Supply Chain.
    — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 25 July 2026
  • There are indications the administration is preparing for a prolonged conflict that could intersect with midterms, when Republicans are vulnerable to losing their grips on the House and Senate.
    — Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of intersect
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  • This is only the second lottery prize to cross the $650 million mark so far this year, behind only the ongoing Mega Millions jackpot.
    — Siladitya Ray, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Just running around wearing cloaks, slinking into and out of castles, slicing the throats of all who cross her.
    — Brian Grubb, Vulture, 27 July 2026
Definition of cross
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