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to cross over
[phrase form: cross]
01
to move from one side or place to another
Examples
The pedestrians waited for the traffic light to change before they could safely cross over the busy intersection.
The river was too wide to swim across, so they used a bridge to cross over to the other side.
02
to start to support a different, often opposing, group or individual
Examples
The actor successfully crossed over from television to film, expanding their career.
The researcher aimed to cross over from theoretical discussions to practical applications in the study.
03
to no longer be alive
Examples
After a long battle with illness, the elderly woman peacefully crossed over in her sleep.
The author 's poignant novel explores themes of love and loss as characters cross over into the unknown.
