as in references
a notation in a book (such as a dictionary) that tells you where to look for more information
The almanac includes cross-references to a map and timeline for each country.
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The two friends have dedicated their lives to service and commemorating the African diaspora, marrying their Haitian and Dominican heritages with countless references to music, culture, and dynamic flavors.—
Inés Anguiano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Feb. 2026 -
But documents released by the Justice Department show about 10 emails that mention Lutnick, including references to a lunch on Epstein’s private island in the Caribbean where minors accused Epstein of abusing them.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Cross-references.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-references. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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