crossing

Example Sentences

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She’s been in at least 12 counties and has possibly covered more than 1,000 miles in her lifetime — crossing dangerous freeways multiple times, Hunnicutt said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

"Two of these 15 made the crossing," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

“It would take forever and would expose all those crossing the strait to risks” of Iranian attack, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

“We are more than just crossing the border and getting deported. We have feelings. We have a past. We have a present. We have complex stories.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

We walked along the streets, crossing bridges over the canals, Hannie barely slowing her pace.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler