decussating

Definition of decussatingnext
present participle of decussate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decussating
Verb
  • In the middle of this spectrum, a trio of mid-career stylistic chameleons and sometime collaborators — Feid, J Balvin, and Bad Bunny — carefully map out intersecting tastes.
    Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Our small lives intersecting and sustaining one another.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Thus, American ski racing fans—and more than a few orthopedic surgeons—will be watching Vonn’s run while crossing their fingers, knocking on wood, and rubbing lucky rabbits’ feet during the descent.
    Outside, Outside, 4 Feb. 2026
  • That means that more than 1,400 miles of the entire southern border will have a physical barrier to deter people from crossing by the time the current and future projects are completed.
    Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 3 Feb. 2026
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“Decussating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decussating. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.

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