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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are a cross between" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that combines characteristics of two or more different things.
Example: "The new smartphone model is a cross between a tablet and a traditional phone, offering a larger screen and enhanced functionality."
Alternatives: "are a blend of" or "combine elements of".
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Indian sweetmeats, known as "mithai" are a cross between snack, dessert and confectionery.
Gappers are a cross between burs and sea urchins and adhere dangerously to goats.
Her evenings are a cross between dance theatre, intimate musical dialogue, and self-portrait.
"People feel they are a cross between a loft and a town house," she said.
The results are a cross between a mall and a mausoleum.
Lola ducks are a cross between the standard white Pekin variety and the wild mallard.
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Jane McGonigal is a cross between Tim Ferriss and Kelly Osbourne.
He's a cross between Becky Sharp and Dorian Gray.
It's a cross between a pasture and a moonscape.
Friday was a cross between a requiem and a concert.
Ronaldo is a cross between Dixie Dean and Usain Bolt.
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