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crossed

[krawst, krost] / krɔst, krɒst /




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Border Patrol agents are typically stationed at the border where their day-to-day work entails scooping up people who have crossed illegally.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

Navy’s Strait of Hormuz blockade, while 14 vessels crossed daily on Saturday and Sunday.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Still, ships that switched off tracking systems might have crossed undetected.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

As soon as he crossed the Savannah River, the police lights pulled up behind him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

He’s standing with his arms crossed, staring down at Dad and Aunt Melissa like they’re criminals.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller