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across
01
from one side to the other side of something
Examples
She swam across easily despite the strong current.
The cat darted across before the car could pass.
1.1
used with measurements to show the extent from one side to the other
Examples
The pond is about 50 meters across.
The painting measures six feet across.
Examples
She stood with her arms folded across.
The logs were laid across to form a barrier.
03
used to refer to a crossword clue that reads horizontally
Examples
The answer to 14 across was obvious.
He solved 9 across quickly.
04
in a way that makes something understood, learned, or successful
Examples
She struggled to get her point across.
The teacher put the concept across very clearly.
across
Examples
The swimmer swam across the river to reach the opposite bank.
The cat leaped across the fence and entered the neighbor's yard.
1.1
on the opposite side of a given area or location
Examples
My friend lives across the road from us.
She waved at her friend from across the room.
02
used to describe something crossing over or passing through at an angle
Examples
He sawed across the grain of the wood to make a smooth cut.
The river cut across the valley, forming a natural boundary.
03
in all parts of a place, group, or area
Examples
The news spread quickly across the town.
These traditions are followed across different regions.
04
used to indicate encountering or coming into contact with something or someone, often by chance
Examples
I came across an old photograph in the attic yesterday.
She came across a new book on the shelf she had n't noticed before.
05
during a period of time
Examples
The idea of freedom has resonated across generations.
The project will unfold across several months.
across
01
positioned or arranged crosswise
Examples
The roof was supported by an across system of wooden beams.
We admired the across design of the tiled floor.
