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cross someone
go against someone, insult someone People are afraid to cross Phil because he has a violent temper.
cross someone's palm with silver
cross someone's palm with silver Pay for a service; pay in advance. For example,
I'll give you all the details, but first cross my palm with silver. This phrase alludes to the old practice of placing silver coins across a gypsy fortuneteller's hand before having one's fortune told. Today it is sometimes used in a jocular way to ask for a bribe or a tip, as in the example. [c. 1700] Also see
grease someone's palm.
cross someone's path
cross someone's path Encounter or meet someone, especially unexpectedly. For example,
John didn't know her name, so he was hoping she would cross his path again soon, or
She swore she would scream if a snake crossed her path. This phrase originally implied that such an encounter meant obstructing or thwarting a person, but in current usage this is not necessarily true. [Early 1600s]
cross (one) (up)
To defy, challenge, or annul one. Don't cantankerous that guy if you appetite a job in publishing—he's a acclaimed editor. Stephen has beyond me up so abounding times I aloof can't assurance him anymore.Learn more: cross
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