Thesaurus results for INTERSECTION

intersection

noun

ˌin-tər-ˈsek-shən

Definition of intersection

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 Over the years, platforms have launched that cater to this intersection, but staying the course has proved tough. — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026 Now in its 83rd edition, Venice remains one of the great intersections of cinema and fashion. — Alex Badia, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026 Freddy straddled all these worlds, observing their points of intersection and grooves of adjacency. — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026 The agents’ caravan rolled past again and stopped, seemingly at random, at the intersection of 26th Street and Ogden Avenue. — Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intersection

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Located at the junction of three continents—Europe, Asia, and Africa—the region has historically been a crossroads for conquerors, peoples, trade, and ideas.

— Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
But at the junction of Sexta Calle and Tercera Avenida, Molly’s feet drag.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of junction

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Jacob Ramsey’s equaliser was also a demonstration of composure in a pressurised moment, with the midfielder calmly slotting into the bottom right-hand corner, making sure to keep his effort low.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Mensah capped that drive with a 23-yard touchdown pass to Toney and the two connected on a 2-yard score on the next possession with Toney punctuating both TDs with a Heisman pose for the Hurricanes fans in that corner of the stadium.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of corner

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Located at the junction of three continents—Europe, Asia, and Africa—the region has historically been a crossroads for conquerors, peoples, trade, and ideas.

— Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
Just as Hermès is at a crossroads in its fashion, Vanhée is facing a critical moment at Hermès.

— Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of crossroad

Noun

The Russian military also struck a ship heading to Odesa with military cargo and logistical facilities at Ukraine’s Starokozache border crossing with Moldova, the ministry said.

— Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Avoid any water crossings after recent rainfall, as the water level often rises and the current can be faster and stronger.

— Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of crossing

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