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as in celestial
of or relating to the stars
humankind's dream of stellar navigation is hampered by the vast distances between the stars, even in our own galaxy
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
this miniature palm tree is a stellar example of the art of bonsai
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Recent Examples of stellar
Conners, who’s known more for his stellar approach play, was uncharacteristically hot with the putter on Thursday.
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Justin Ray, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Webb used a two-pronged approach to investigate this stellar crime scene—bringing to bear both its Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI) and Near-Infrared Spectrograph (NIRSpec).
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
While the set seems a bit on the chintzy side, scenic designer Beowulf Boritt does his usual stellar work, assisted immensely by Ken Billington’s full-of-pizzazz lighting design.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
Don’t miss the brand’s stellar wallets and ballet flats, though.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 10 Apr. 2025
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Justin Ray, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Webb used a two-pronged approach to investigate this stellar crime scene—bringing to bear both its Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI) and Near-Infrared Spectrograph (NIRSpec).
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
While the set seems a bit on the chintzy side, scenic designer Beowulf Boritt does his usual stellar work, assisted immensely by Ken Billington’s full-of-pizzazz lighting design.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
Don’t miss the brand’s stellar wallets and ballet flats, though.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stellar
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To spot the celestial 'smiley face,' skywatchers in the U.S. will need a clear view of the eastern horizon in the hour leading up to sunrise on April 25.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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In honor of the anniversary of 'Shrek,' see which character you are based on your zodiac sign, according to celebrity astrologer Valerie Mesa PEOPLE exclusive readings Comments Once upon a celestial swamp.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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In a survey of more than 15,000 users after its rollout in 2024, 90% of respondents ranked their experience as excellent or above average.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Scott McKenna bossing the defence, Fabio Silva scoring goals for fun, Oli McBurnie bashing around and suddenly speaking excellent Spanish… this is a cause to believe in.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Just because a volatile molecule is in a comet or the interstellar medium doesn’t mean much for a planetary atmosphere, Nikku Madhusudhan, the paper’s lead author and an astrophysicist at the university of Cambridge in the U.K., tells me via email.—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Despite the cold, icy conditions of interstellar clouds scattered between star systems, these regions contain a variety of prebiotic molecules.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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But when the switch flips and the whole picture becomes clear, so does the terrific scope of Coogler’s triumph.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
18 Apr. 2025
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Rob Refsnyder, who also had a terrific day by going 3 for 4 with two doubles, tallied an RBI double in the third inning to put the Red Sox up 4-0.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Rebecca Mead profiled the star Irish fashion designer last month.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2025
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Jon Conahan of Athlon Sports recently predicted the Braves would swing a blockbuster trade with the Boston Red Sox in order to replace Profar with star Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Apr. 2025
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Katy Perry reportedly sang ‘Its a wonderful world,’ Gayle King beamed in zero gravity, as Lauren Sánchez—pilot, philanthropist, and Jeff Bezos’s fiancée, led Blue Origin’s first all-female crew to the edge of space.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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There’s the potential to still reach 94 points, which might not quite have the same sheen to it as the 99 points achieved by Liverpool’s last title-winning side in 2019-20 but should still be recognised as a wonderful achievement.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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In this advice column, Goth Shakira holds court in a starry place to answer your heart’s questions about love.—
Goth Shakira,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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The intimate snaps feature him and many of his starry costars, including Shailene Woodley — who also made her Broadway debut in the play — and Zachary Quinto.—
Chris Lowell and Raven Brunner,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Without Alvarez, the Mets leaned heavily on Luis Torrens, who played superb defense and supplied key hits (.675 OPS).—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Each has a superb hit tool, with the capability of hitting for a high batting average, while scoring and driving in runs.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Stellar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stellar. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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