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as in intersection
usually crossroads plural
a place where roads meet
the fast-food chain has a restaurant at practically every crossroads
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as in crisis
usually crossroads plural
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
we've come to a crossroads, and we have to make a decision
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Recent Examples of crossroad
This time, it's directed by the one-and-only Phylicia Rashad (swoon) and centers a Black Political elite who finds themselves at a crossroads.
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Stephanie Kariuki, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
As the debate goes on, nitrous oxide, like many substances before it, continues to exist at the crossroads of science, culture and regulation.
—Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Phillip told me that the product is at a crossroads, as both Zachary and Madeline are now teenagers who have obligations and interests outside of the company.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 4 Apr. 2025
Effective wellness professionals act as strategic advisors on human performance, operating at the crossroads of HR, operations, and health management.
—Dan Pontefract, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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Stephanie Kariuki, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2025
As the debate goes on, nitrous oxide, like many substances before it, continues to exist at the crossroads of science, culture and regulation.
—Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Phillip told me that the product is at a crossroads, as both Zachary and Madeline are now teenagers who have obligations and interests outside of the company.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 4 Apr. 2025
Effective wellness professionals act as strategic advisors on human performance, operating at the crossroads of HR, operations, and health management.
—Dan Pontefract, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for crossroad
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crossroad
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From education access to food waste and domestic violence prevention to visual impairment, the young innovators who earned a spot on this year’s 30 Under 30 Europe Social Impact list are creating scalable, impactful solutions at the intersection of technological innovation and social change.—
Brianne Garrett,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The crash occurred shortly before 1 a.m. at the intersection of East 12th Street and Grand Avenue, Officer Alayna Gonzalez with the Kansas City Police Department.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
14 Apr. 2025
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The biggest challenges facing Fort Worth include the hiring of a new police chief during a mental health crisis that law enforcement is failing to address effectively.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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The team averted a crisis on beam, with junior Jordan Bowers delivering a stellar routine after a fall from the prior athlete.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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That’s because the NFL Draft is just around the corner, and the Chiefs will have eight picks this year.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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Mother’s Day is right around the corner, followed by springtime socializing and summer soirées, so here’s your chance to snag a new purse deal just in time for gifting to a loved one, or yourself.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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Tight junctions are barriers that protect your gut from external threats like toxins and viruses.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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Tight junctions play an important role in maintaining the structure of your intestinal barrier.—
Cristina Palacios,
The Conversation,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Crossroad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crossroad. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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