cross
noun
a structure consisting essentially of an upright and a transverse piece, used to execute persons in ancient times.
Example Sentences
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Middlesbrough did it with Giles pushing up, given his pace, endurance and quality as a crosser.
From BBC ● Jan. 16, 2026
Today Kim Kardashian is a fashion mogul, prison reform advocate and crosser of picket lines.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2023
The rules require agents and officers to justify each arrest and deportation target as either a threat to national security, a risk to public safety or a recent border crosser.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 31, 2023
He was an adept crosser of high-traffic freeways — until he wasn’t.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2023
She pointed to a section of the fence, and I began leading the horses to it, while Ruth seemed to get crosser and crosser with me, saying I was doing everything wrong.
From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro
