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across

[uh-kraws, uh-kros] / əˈkrɔs, əˈkrɒs /
PREPOSITION
from one side to the other of
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ADVERB
from one side to another; transversely
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ADJECTIVE
crosswise
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The connectome may also reveal basic principles that apply to nervous systems across species, including humans.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

“Such a scenario would be disastrous not only for Cedars-Sinai but for hospitals across Los Angeles and California,” Helfand said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Henderson said there had been "sporadic pockets of disorder" in a number of locations across Northern Ireland on Tuesday night.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The 60-year-old Azteca, which hosts the opening game of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, is a hallowed name across the soccer universe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The entire group, twelve teens from across colonial Canada, were headed out on a cultural excursion.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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