decussating

present participle of decussate

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Verb
  • Of course, the creators are honored, with Shuster Drive intersecting with South Siegel Street.
    Big Think, Big Think, 26 Aug. 2025
  • From glitzy stages to unexpected everyday sightings, these appearances capture not only fashion, but also a sense of connection—and proof that many genres are constantly intersecting in fresh and memorable ways.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Photographer Osama Fathi has captured a stunning view of Perseid meteors crossing the bright ribbon of the Milky Way over the ruins of an ancient settlement in Egypt dedicated to the worship of the crocodile god Soknopaios.
    Anthony Wood, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Only about 12 blocks separate the two, both located on North Avenue, with Thirst Books on the Milwaukee side and The Well Red Damsel crossing into Wauwatosa.
    Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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“Decussating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decussating. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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