cross-border
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of cross-border
1890–95, for an earlier sense
Example Sentences
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Beijing could take proactive steps to promote the yuan’s use globally, such as improved cross border payment systems or making investments in yuan-denominated assets easier.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025
"We can work together cross border to deliver earlier surgical operations for people on waiting lists," she said.
From BBC • Sep. 23, 2024
It said authorities would persist in crackdowns on organized crime, telecoms and internet fraud, cross border gambling and graft.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2024
Currently, travellers aged 12 and above with biometric passports can use e-gates to bypass manual inspections when they cross border control.
From BBC • Feb. 13, 2023
Venezuelans arrested trying to cross border are generally returned to Mexico.
From Reuters • Dec. 28, 2022
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