crossroad Definition
a place where two or more roads cross, especially one with traffic lights.
Using crossroad: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "crossroad" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He was waiting at the crossroad for his friend to pick him up.
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The accident happened at the crossroad near the shopping mall.
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The new restaurant is located at the busy crossroad downtown.
crossroad Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for crossroad
Phrases with crossroad
at a crossroads
at a point of decision or a critical juncture in life
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After graduation, I found myself at a crossroads, unsure of what career path to take.
a song by Robert Johnson that describes the feeling of being at a crossroads and not knowing which way to go
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The lyrics of Crossroad Blues express the feeling of being lost and uncertain about the future.
a supernatural being in the TV series Supernatural who grants wishes in exchange for the person's soul
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In the show, the main characters encounter a crossroad demon who offers them a deal they can't refuse.
Origins of crossroad
from 'cross' + 'road'
Summary: crossroad in Brief
The term 'crossroad' [ˈkrɒsrəʊd] refers to a place where two or more roads cross, often with traffic lights. It is used in phrases like 'at a crossroads,' indicating a critical juncture in life, and 'crossroad blues,' a song by Robert Johnson that expresses the feeling of being lost and uncertain. 'Crossroad' also appears in the TV series Supernatural as a supernatural being that grants wishes in exchange for the person's soul.
