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Meaning of Cross-party

In simple words: Involving different political parties working together.

Cross-party in a sentence

  • 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.

How to use Cross-party

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.

Related words

Collocations with Cross-party

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

Synonyms for Cross-party

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

Common mistakes with Cross-party

  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions about Cross-party

What does Cross-party mean?

Involving different political parties working together.

What is the definition of Cross-party?

Involving cooperation between different political parties.

How do you use Cross-party in a sentence?

The cross-party committee aims to tackle urgent climate issues.

Can you give another example of Cross-party?

A cross-party agreement was reached on education funding.

What are synonyms for Cross-party?

Common alternatives include bipartisan, interparty, cross-sectional, collaborative, multi-party.

What words go with Cross-party?

It commonly pairs with cross-party agreement, cross-party collaboration, cross-party support, cross-party initiative, cross-party dialogue.

What are common mistakes when using Cross-party?

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.

How do you pronounce Cross-party?

US: //ˈkrɔsˌpɑrti//, UK: //ˈkrɒsˌpɑːti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Cross-party formal or informal?

"Cross-party" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Cross-party?

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