crossroads
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Three questions confront American capitalism at this crossroads, the resolution of which will shape the lives of future generations.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
The San Diego Islamic Center is typically a bustling crossroads, with kids in school, the faithful coming to pray and others simply taking part in cultural activity.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
You wouldn't see such gesticulation from a posse of policemen directing traffic at a busy crossroads.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
It takes place in Yerevan, a crossroads between Russia and the Middle East -- the two main issues on the agenda.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
An hour’s walk brought them to the crossroads where the road from the village met the road to the sea, and there Alyce could see, through the wet November dawn, a light.
From "The Midwife's Apprentice" by Karen Cushman
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