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decussating

verb

present participle of decussate
as in intersecting

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  1. intersecting
  2. crossing
Verb
  • The style features dazzling dainty straps intersecting across the toes and an ankle strap adorned with lemon and leaf ornaments.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of intersecting
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  • Clinical studies have shown that crossing your legs at the knee can temporarily raise systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings.
    — Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The growing menace of drones crossing into Romania’s skies, many of which officials have blamed on Russia, prompted the NATO member to shoot down four drones this year, the first time since the war next door started.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of crossing
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