crosswise
Americanadjective
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across; transversely
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in the shape of a cross
Etymology
Origin of crosswise
1350–1400; Middle English a cross wise in the form of a cross. See a- 1, cross, wise 2
Vocabulary lists containing crosswise
Example Sentences
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Getting crosswise with public opinion is sometimes enough to constrain a president.
From Slate • Apr. 8, 2026
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
Once you’ve cooked all the egg mixture, roll the stacked omelets into a log, and slice them crosswise into very thin ribbonlike strands.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2023
A fourth was already resting crosswise on the tarpaulin.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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