as in to cross
to make one's way through, across, or over
the hikers proceeded along the ridge for several hundred feet
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His brilliant wide play and cross into the box that set up Hugo Ekitike for the away side’s first real sight of goal on 89 minutes was almost defining.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026 -
The process of pruning involves removing dead, diseased, damaged, or crossing branches that can attract pests and be an entryway for diseases.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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As Mesidor traverses the field at Bommarito Performance Systems in Aventura, there’s a part of him that wants to be alongside everyone else who does wind sprints in preparation for their 40s.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Wake up to another day traversing the large island or just enjoying your campsite by the beach.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
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Aaron Zettler-Mann, executive director of South Yuba River Citizens League, explained that flows on the lower Yuba River briefly fell following the rupture, stranding young salmon in the rocks along the shore.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Ryan Mutschler led the Hawks with 21, followed by Sebastian Brown with 11 and Samuel Light with 10, including making three from beyond the arc.—
Zach McMahon,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
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During heavy rain, avoid parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a serious risk.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Getting down to the beach also requires walking off-piste.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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Bloomberg | Getty Images China's central bank kept its benchmark lending rates unchanged Tuesday as authorities navigate a balancing act of supporting a slowing economy while maintaining currency stability.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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Efforts are underway to integrate embodied artificial intelligence technologies designed to function as advanced onboard systems, enabling robots to navigate complex environments autonomously.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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The playroom, a lively communal hub called The Hangout, is a dream come true, stocked with both ice-cream treats and healthy snacks (because balance), while practical touches like a dedicated laundry room show that the hotel really gets what families need when traveling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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This bag is known for its sturdy zippers and durable material for traveling and constant use.—
Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
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The debate over what the statute covers is playing out in the streets, with videos showing arguments between observers and federal agents about what conduct is legal and what isn’t.—
Isabelle Chapman,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Bishop Joseph Williams of the Diocese of Camden, covering southern New Jersey and its Philadelphia suburbs, announced the settlement Tuesday in a letter.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Proceed (along).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proceed%20%28along%29. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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