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to go across or to the other side of something
to arrange something in a manner that creates an intersection or overlap
to act against or obstruct someone's plans, actions, or goals
to deliberately mate individuals of different breeds or varieties to produce offspring with desirable characteristics or traits
to place an X as a symbol or mark to indicate a specific location, choice, or designation
to pass the ball from one side of the field to another, typically to a teammate for a scoring opportunity
to mark a cheque with two parallel lines, indicating that it can only be deposited directly into a bank account and not cashed
to touch one's forehead, chest, and both shoulders in a religious gesture, often as a sign of blessing or reverence
a representation of the structure on which Jesus Christ was executed, used as a symbol of Christianity
a structure made of two intersecting beams, often associated with execution or as a religious symbol
a hybrid organism resulting from the breeding or fertilization of two different species, varieties, or breeds
a pass sent from the side of the field to the area near the opponent's goal
What is a "cross"?
In sports like soccer or rugby, a cross is a pass made from the side of the field, typically toward the center or into the opponent's goal area. It is usually delivered with a high or curved path, allowing teammates to attempt to score with headers or foot strikes. The cross is an important offensive move, aiming to create goal-scoring opportunities by delivering the ball into a dangerous area where attackers can challenge for it. Crosses require good timing and precision to be effective, as they rely on the accuracy of the delivery and the positioning of teammates.
(boxing) a straight punch thrown with the rear hand, usually aimed straight at the opponent's head or body
What is a "cross"?
A cross is a powerful, straight punch thrown with the rear hand, typically aimed at an opponent's head or upper body. It is one of the most effective punches in boxing and other striking sports. The cross is often used after a jab, creating a combination that allows the fighter to generate more force. It is thrown with the body rotating to add power and is designed to land quickly and sharply. The cross is a key tool for both offensive attacks and countering an opponent's moves.
the strings on a racket that run horizontally
positioned or directed across or at an angle to something else
arranged in opposite or inverse relationships
involving two or more different groups, areas, or types that are working together, connected, or influencing each other
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