outcrosses

plural of outcross

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hybrids
Noun
  • The Chinese are also concentrating on plug-in hybrids, which don’t carry the same penal tariffs as pure EVs, and which may have a long-term future if the EU decides to dilute its carbon dioxide emissions regime.
    Neil Winton, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
  • English Hybrids There are many types of hybrids (Lavandula x intermedia), which are a cross between English and Portuguese lavenders.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
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“Outcrosses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outcrosses. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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