crosswise

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Getting crosswise with public opinion is sometimes enough to constrain a president.

From Slate • Apr. 8, 2026

When the balloon stretches, the width crosswise shrinks to the size of a string.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

To prepare the chicken, cut each breast lengthwise into ½-inch strips, then cut the strips crosswise into 1-inch pieces.

From Washington Times • May 2, 2023

Once you’ve cooked all the egg mixture, roll the stacked omelets into a log, and slice them crosswise into very thin ribbonlike strands.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2023

In her arms, crosswise like a load of kindling, Ruth May.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver