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Cross-party

UK //ˈkrɒsˌpɑːti// US //ˈkrɔsˌpɑrti// Pronunciation

Definition

Involving cooperation between different political parties.

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In simple words: Involving different political parties working together.

Examples

• The cross-party committee aims to tackle urgent climate issues.
• A cross-party agreement was reached on education funding.
• They held a cross-party summit to address the crisis.
• The new law was supported by a cross-party coalition.
• Cross-party efforts are essential for effective governance.

Usage notes

Used primarily in political contexts to discuss collaboration between rival parties. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

cross-party + adjective/noun

Memory hint

Think of crossing roads; parties work together instead of going their own way.

Collocations

• cross-party agreement
• cross-party collaboration
• cross-party support
• cross-party initiative
• cross-party dialogue

Synonyms

• bipartisan
• interparty
• cross-sectional
• collaborative
• multi-party

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'bipartisan' which is similar but refers specifically to two parties.
• Incorrectly assuming it applies only to national politics when it can also refer to local governments.
• Using it in a non-political context.