crosswise

Example Sentences

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When the balloon stretches, the width crosswise shrinks to the size of a string.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

To prepare the chicken, cut each breast lengthwise into ½-inch strips, then cut the strips crosswise into 1-inch pieces.

From Washington Times • May 2, 2023

But in 2018, Lubbock developer George McMahan got crosswise with Abbott's team after speaking too plainly about how to become a board member.

From Salon • Oct. 19, 2022

If your roof lacks cross blocking, or if the panels were installed crosswise, have a contractor discuss possible retrofits before you purchase new panels.

From Washington Post • Sep. 19, 2022

He held the buoyant paddle in both hands, crosswise in front of him.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry