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Recent Examples of crossbar
Minutes later, Will Osula hit the crossbar with a deflected free kick.
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Chris Waugh, New York Times, 10 May 2026
The replay shows the puck enters the goal just below the crossbar and caroms off the frame at the back of the net.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Alba Caño ripped a shot from just inside the 18-yard box off the crossbar and the Legacy had two strong rebound opportunities to score, but Atkinson stopped each one to leave Boston’s offense snake bitten once again.
—Boston Herald Staff, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
There were a lot of scoring chances for both teams, and a lot of shots that went wide or over the crossbar.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026
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Chris Waugh, New York Times, 10 May 2026
The replay shows the puck enters the goal just below the crossbar and caroms off the frame at the back of the net.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Alba Caño ripped a shot from just inside the 18-yard box off the crossbar and the Legacy had two strong rebound opportunities to score, but Atkinson stopped each one to leave Boston’s offense snake bitten once again.
—Boston Herald Staff, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
There were a lot of scoring chances for both teams, and a lot of shots that went wide or over the crossbar.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crossbar
Noun
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The blaze hit Bearded Lady Ranch in Brady, Nebraska, which raises registered quarter horses.—
Kailey Schuyler,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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Multiple helicopters could be seen performing water drops over the blaze, while mass clouds of gray smoke blanketed the neighborhood.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Gillian Jacobs rocks a navy pinstripe matching set to the Invisible FYC event in Los Angeles on May 17.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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His ensemble included a Fear of God pinstripe suit, with a relaxed blazer and wide-legged trousers, matched with black patent leather shoes.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Small perforations dotted the front of the toe box, while a thin black stripe ran through the aged off-white midsole.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
16 May 2026
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This matching set gives a sporty-chic vibe, thanks to contrast stripes along the sleeves, adding just enough detail to elevate it beyond your standard loungewear.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Mini bars burst with silk eye covers, collagen masks, melatonin sprays and ear plugs, suggesting the bacchanalia Estelle encourages.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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The island's sole town is a lively port with shops, bars, and restaurants, while a short bridge connects it to Caprera, home to Italian hero Giuseppe Garibaldi's former residence and pristine beaches.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
Noun
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One thing is dropping Friday nights, one thing is dropping a band.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
19 May 2026
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Quinn finished the second picture, but in the end the band unanimously chose the original composite portrait.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
18 May 2026
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“Crossbar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crossbar. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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