English example sentences with "criss"

About 90 percent of the mid-ocean ridge system is under the ocean. This system of mountains and valleys criss-crosses the globe, resembling the stitches in a baseball. It's formed by the movement of the Earth's tectonic plates.

The country is criss-crossed by a large number of railways lines.

I watched the sunlight criss-cross the lawn, wishing to be anywhere but here.

As trade routes have criss-crossed the globe, plants and animals have hitched rides into new environments.

Her little feet were encased in a delicious pair of heelless black alpaca sandals, with satin ribbons criss-crossing over the instep and tied in a bow just above the ankle.

Once a year at Halloween, the Magic Castle presents its wizardry to the public. This Saturday and Sunday, top magicians are performing at a stage show called "It's Magic!" The cast, which includes Criss Angel, will appear at a Hollywood theater not far from the Magic Castle.