Meanings
How to pronounce "cross the aisle":
AU
To vote, unite, or otherwise co-operate with members of another political party in order to achieve governmental or political action.
Of a member of a parliament, to resign from one's political party and join another party, resulting in moving from one's currently assigned desk or seat in the legislative chamber to a new desk or seat physically located with the other members of one's new party.
Example Sentences
1
In order to pass the bill, the Democrats had to cross the aisle and seek support from the Republican Party.
2
The senator decided to cross the aisle and vote against his party's stance on the issue.
3
It is rare to see politicians cross the aisle and collaborate on legislation.
4
The president urged both parties to cross the aisle and find common ground.
5
The congresswoman's decision to cross the aisle surprised many of her colleagues.
