as in planets
the celestial body on which we live
environmentalists who are committed to preserving the earth
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Recent Examples of earths
Following talks in the Indian capital, the two countries’ prime ministers inked a deal deepening rare-earths cooperation, and pledged to double bilateral trade by the end of the decade.
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semafor.com, 3 Mar. 2026
Many companies that depend on these magnets have been looking for alternatives, either a rare-earths-free magnet or a motor without magnets.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
China is responsible for roughly 70% of the world's rare-earths mining.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
An emboldened Beijing tested American resolve again in October by expanding its restrictions on rare-earths exports.
—Lael Brainard, Foreign Affairs, 10 Nov. 2025
Trump signed a rare-earths deal with Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2025
The new rare-earths restrictions can be deployed not only against the United States, but against any country that dares to oppose Xi’s will.
—Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2025
Nonetheless, Greer and Bessent said the current 90-day pause on tariffs with China — renewed at least three times so far — could be re-upped again for a longer interval if China lifts the rare-earths restrictions.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 15 Oct. 2025
Global manufacturers are concerned China's decision to curb exports of rare-earths alloys, mixtures and magnets could slow production and disrupt supply chains.
—Yuka Obayashi, Reuters, 4 July 2025
semafor.com, 3 Mar. 2026
Many companies that depend on these magnets have been looking for alternatives, either a rare-earths-free magnet or a motor without magnets.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
China is responsible for roughly 70% of the world's rare-earths mining.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
An emboldened Beijing tested American resolve again in October by expanding its restrictions on rare-earths exports.
—Lael Brainard, Foreign Affairs, 10 Nov. 2025
Trump signed a rare-earths deal with Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2025
The new rare-earths restrictions can be deployed not only against the United States, but against any country that dares to oppose Xi’s will.
—Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2025
Nonetheless, Greer and Bessent said the current 90-day pause on tariffs with China — renewed at least three times so far — could be re-upped again for a longer interval if China lifts the rare-earths restrictions.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 15 Oct. 2025
Global manufacturers are concerned China's decision to curb exports of rare-earths alloys, mixtures and magnets could slow production and disrupt supply chains.
—Yuka Obayashi, Reuters, 4 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for earths
Noun
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Unlike meteor showers or eclipses that can require precise timing and travel, conjunctions between the moon and bright planets can be enjoyed from city streets, suburban backyards or parks.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Even though the planets are in reality still tens of millions – or even billions – of miles apart, the events present a special opportunity for astronomers and casual stargazers to see multiple worlds in our solar system at one time.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Besides dusting, this includes wiping off the lightbulbs, removing any light globes to wash and dry them, and wiping dust from the fan’s motor and pull chain with a microfiber cloth.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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The Ebern Designs Rhenn flush mount comes with three milky glass globes that give you plenty of light without blinding you.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Studios global rights to develop characters and worlds from Gripp’s full catalog.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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Parents may not need the nightly news to remind them to locate their children anymore — there are apps for that now — but there are many ways for kids to feel unmoored, whether in analog or digital worlds.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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“Earths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earths. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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