as in sampling
a number of things selected from a group to stand for the whole
a television ratings service that monitors the viewing of a representative cross section of the general population
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Recent Examples of cross section
Reducing the cross section of the trailer is the most effective way to reduce the drag and increase the range.
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Brad Templeton, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
The setting allows for a cross section of humanity, united in distress, and occasional passages of sociopolitical commentary.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
And guests that resembled a broader cross section of Minnesota.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 6 Dec. 2024
At the cross section of sports and entertainment, with help from pop star Taylor Swift, the Kelces have become the reigning royal family in media from brothers Jason and Travis Kelce to family matriarch Donna Kelce.
—Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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Brad Templeton, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
The setting allows for a cross section of humanity, united in distress, and occasional passages of sociopolitical commentary.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
And guests that resembled a broader cross section of Minnesota.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 6 Dec. 2024
At the cross section of sports and entertainment, with help from pop star Taylor Swift, the Kelces have become the reigning royal family in media from brothers Jason and Travis Kelce to family matriarch Donna Kelce.
—Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross section
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That evolution and commitment to clear storytelling is visible in a sampling of some of Proper Cloth’s most recent offerings.—
Darryn King,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The scientists—who conduct genetic sampling of endangered salmon to check the species’ stock status and survival—routinely work with chemicals that can burn skin, erupt into flames, and cause cancer.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
14 Apr. 2025
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There were not enough handwriting samples of John and Frank to make a comparison, and the FBI concluded the card was probably a hoax inspired by the intense and worldwide news coverage.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
11 May 2025
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On Friday, May 9, the FDA approved the Teal Wand, an at-home vaginal sample self-collection device created by Teal Health, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services confirmed to USA TODAY.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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“Cross section.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross%20section. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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