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crosswise

[kraws-wahyz, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˌwaɪz, ˈkrɒs- /
ADJECTIVE
forming a cross; transverse
Synonyms
STRONG
diagonal
WEAK
angular crisscross cross mullioned over perpendicular transversal transverse
Antonyms
WEAK
head-on lengthwise longways straight on
ADVERB
across
Synonyms
STRONGEST
across crossways diagonally
STRONG
cornerways cornerwise on the bias sideway sideways sidewise transversely
WEAK
aslant astride athwart cater-corner cater-cornered catercorner catty-corner catty-cornered kitty-corner kitty-cornered sidelong
ADVERB
contrarily
Synonyms
STRONGEST
contrarily contrariwise

Example Sentences

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This wisdom, variously attributed to Napoleon and others, Mr. Trump has gotten crosswise with.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Getting crosswise with public opinion is sometimes enough to constrain a president.

From Slate • Apr. 8, 2026

Wash, dry and trim upper tops of okra pads, then cut crosswise into 1/2” pieces.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2025

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

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

The best way to lose your money is to hold your bag off the shoulder, but this way, with the bag slung crosswise, you were ready for anything.

From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia

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