crossing

Example Sentences

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Most junior bankers learn where the line is by crossing it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The post was accompanied by videos of drones crossing the sky and thick black smoke billowing from undisclosed locations on the sea front.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Referencing the Cyclopedic Law Dictionary, he asserted that an interstate journey involves not just crossing state lines.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

By preventing ecosystems from crossing nitrogen saturation thresholds, forests may be better able to maintain their natural carbon cycling processes and remain resilient as the climate continues to change.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

We’re crossing the tiny stream— my favorite part of the trail—and my legs start to speed up, anticipating the end, before I remember we won’t be done when we finish our second loop.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison