Definitions

crossing

[kraw-sing, kros-ing] / ˈkrɔ sɪŋ, ˈkrɒs ɪŋ /

NOUN

pathway to traverse larger path

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bridge crossroad intersection junction overpass passage

STRONG

cloverleaf crosswalk crossway decussation exchange grating gridiron interchange loop network screen traversal traverse underpass

WEAK

grade crossing

Example Sentences

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Home-insurance premiums can vary dramatically, depending on where you live: Crossing a county line can more than double the cost.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Players have compared the game, in which they control a human-like character to rejuvenate a village, to "Animal Crossing" -- another Nintendo life-sim that became a hit during the pandemic.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Pokopia is a life simulator, mixing elements of genre favourites Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley, with a hint of Minecraft-style building chucked in.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Crossing guard’s musings make her $14k a month.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026

Crossing state lines one is aware of this change of language.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck

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