cross section

noun

Definition of cross sectionnext
as in sampling
a number of things selected from a group to stand for the whole a television ratings service that monitors the viewing of a representative cross section of the general population

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Recent Examples of cross section Nuclear resonances are derived from the neutron cross section, one of the most significant nuclear data points. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026 That makes the Omni ideal for a cross section of customers who are both audiophiles and gamers. — Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 14 May 2026 One such issue may be a Sixth Amendment challenge arguing that the jury venire does not sufficiently reflect a fair cross section of the community. — Opinion Staff, Oc Register, 10 May 2026 Instead, the Defense Ministry is seeking to make the military more attractive to a broad cross section of society. — ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cross section
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  1. sampling
  2. sample
Noun
  • Warning signs will be posted throughout John Martin Reservoir State Park and the advisory will be updated as new sampling results become available, according to CPW.
    — Zach Hillstrom, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The singles themselves function as a narrative arc rather than a random sampling of the album.
    — Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of sampling
Noun
  • Everyone appreciated having access to writing samples, but two participants wanted additional context around each example.
    — Jehan Lalkaka, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • However, the real science will begin when future Artemis astronauts bring back new lunar samples from deeper beneath the surface over the coming years.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of sample

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