uncrossed
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Origin of uncrossed
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These include using an appropriate cuff size, supporting the back, keeping the feet flat on the floor with the legs uncrossed, and positioning the arm correctly.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026
Overshooting is risky, as the report acknowledges, because it might trip tipping points that can't be uncrossed, such as the melting of permafrost that would in turn release vast amounts of warming gases.
From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2023
The lines will need to get uncrossed in a hurry if the Steelers want to pull off an upset that would give their postseason chances a massive shot.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 22, 2021
He had twitched, hugged himself, crossed and uncrossed his legs, scratched his arms and jiggled at a terrific frequency that suggested advanced jitters or vast amounts of caffeine.
From New York Times ● Sep. 10, 2018
Her brows knotted, and she uncrossed her arms.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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