Example Sentences

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"One day I kept crossing and uncrossing my fingers," says Christian.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2022

“Ever?” he interrupted, uncrossing his arms, and most of the room giggled.

From Washington Post • Mar. 8, 2020

As he talks, he comes back to his desk, stands at an easy parade rest, plunging one hand into a pocket, or crossing and uncrossing his arms.

From Time Magazine Archive

Anthony Eden fidgeted a bit, crossing and uncrossing his Savile Row-clad legs.

From Time Magazine Archive

Con shifted in the dark, uncrossing his legs and trying to find a more comfortable position.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo