Definition of intersectionnext
as in junction
a place where roads meet follow this road and take a left turn at the next intersection

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Recent Examples of intersection According to police, the crash occurred in the evening hours as drivers stopped at a traffic light at the intersection of West Rock Avenue where Shea and his wife began crossing the street. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 27 Oct. 2026 Examining the intersection of religion and race is also important to understanding Brazil’s diversity. — John Thomas Iii, The Conversation, 27 Oct. 2026 The property is across from the Sand Creek Drive North intersection. — Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026 The intersection at Swepco Road would include a wide turnout lane to accommodate traffic. — Randy Moll, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intersection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intersection
Noun
  • Shockley later developed the junction transistor, further advancing the technology.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Police have lined the junction, with no obvious route out for the group.
    — Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Local Halloween shops were opening on every corner, and Party City was [at the time] the main destination.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Wembanyama made a three-point play inside, Julian Champagnie hit a corner 3, and Wembanyama elevated to convert a pass from Stephon Castle into dunk while getting fouled.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Loved by locals, Las Vegas’ Arts District is at a crossroads.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Criss’ proposal to put financial limits on the Hope Scholarship program came as West Virginia public schools arrived at a dangerous crossroads.
    — Henry Culvyhouse, ProPublica, 19 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The redesign includes new pedestrian islands and shorter crossings.
    — Elijah Westbrook, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • One of the Mexican citizens has a lawful permanent resident card, while the other has a border crossing card.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

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“Intersection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intersection. Accessed 30 Oct. 2026.

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