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cross-border

American

[kraws-bawr-der, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˌbɔr dər, ˈkrɒs- /

adjective

crossing an international border.

cross-border tourist traffic.

Etymology

Origin of cross-border

1890–95, for an earlier sense

Example Sentences

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The plane was a Boeing 737-700 with capacity for up to 128 passengers, according to travel website Trip.com, though only travellers with business, study or other special purposes can make the cross-border journey.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Since January, Beijing has been reviewing the deal, saying that cross-border acquisitions and the export of technology must comply with the law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Network Rail said all ScotRail and cross-border routes would be restored at Scotland's busiest railway station after a partial reopening last week.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Domestic debt-related financial stress, coupled with the degradation of so many cross-border economic relationships, can have serious economic, political, and security consequences.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

Where physical havens cross national boundaries, we will continue to work with the affected countries to help establish effective cross-border control.

From National Strategy for Combating Terrorism September 2006 by National Security Council (U.S.)

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