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横 has 2 dictionary pronunciations. The examples show how each reading behaves in real words.
horizontal; across; crosswise
harsh and unreasonable; unexpected
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horizontal
lit. warp and weft in weaving
probably
to traverse
to go on the rampage
to steel oneself
side street
rank
to cross
violently
to die by violence
surly and unreasoning
Notice where 横 sits in each complete thought.
There is a kindergarten at the other end of the street.
Source: Tatoeba #1567748 · CC BY 2.0 FRYou can get there by crossing the street at the second intersection.
Source: Tatoeba #391167 · CC BY 2.0 FRThe construction straddled two centuries.
Source: Tatoeba #797535 · CC BY 2.0 FRTom doesn't seem to be as talented as Mary seems to be.
Source: Tatoeba #10491168 · CC BY 2.0 FRDefinitions and traditional forms are compiled from Make Me a Hanzi, HSK curriculum data, and CC-CEDICT. Sourced example sentences link to Tatoeba; editorial examples are labeled separately. Review data sources and licenses.