crossed

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Egg prices crossed the $6 barrier in March of last year, but they have since fallen as farmers replenished their flocks.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

When the manifesto was brought to Nicholas, Mr. Beevor writes, “he crossed himself before picking up the pen, signed, then buried his head in his hands and sobbed.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

At least three further tankers that have been sanctioned by the US for links with Iran have also crossed the blockade line since Monday, BBC Verify analysis of ship tracking data suggests.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“My parents crossed the border undocumented in the late 1970s, so I think I’ve always been fascinated with writing immigration stories,” Quijada said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

I crossed the room, hurrying toward our living quarters, my shoes crunching against the pale green shards.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu