crosswalk
noun
cross·walk
ˈkrȯs-ˌwȯk 
: a specially paved or marked path for pedestrians crossing a street or road
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The approach involves practical and often easy to implement changes, like sidewalks, raised crosswalks and bicycle infrastructure.
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Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Smith, who accidentally struck and killed a 77-year-old woman walking in a crosswalk on June 8, canceled his upcoming show at the Military Appreciation Concert at Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio, on June 20.
—Daniela Avila, People.com, 17 June 2025
The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department said Smith, 24, was driving a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck on Sunday when a 77-year-old woman was crossing in the crosswalk.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 10 June 2025
About 15 people, many waving large Mexican flags, are seen on a median beside the crosswalk.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2025
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Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Smith, who accidentally struck and killed a 77-year-old woman walking in a crosswalk on June 8, canceled his upcoming show at the Military Appreciation Concert at Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio, on June 20.
—Daniela Avila, People.com, 17 June 2025
The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department said Smith, 24, was driving a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck on Sunday when a 77-year-old woman was crossing in the crosswalk.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 10 June 2025
About 15 people, many waving large Mexican flags, are seen on a median beside the crosswalk.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2025
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“Crosswalk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crosswalk. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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crosswalk
noun
cross·walk
ˈkrȯ-ˌswȯk
: a specially paved or marked path for people walking across a street or road
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