as in worlds
the whole body of things observed or assumed
the theory that the universe is constantly expanding
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Recent Examples of universes
The project represents Lens Vault Studios‘ strategy to develop story universes that span different technologies and distribution channels beyond traditional theatrical releases.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Jan. 2026
Shapiro argued that Netflix needs Warner’s IP to create similar ecosystems where fans can engage continuously, perhaps even using AI to create their own content within those universes.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Digital networks and algorithmic curation have fragmented public life into discrete informational universes.
—Klaus Schwab, Time, 5 Jan. 2026
The connection between the Stranger Things universes of stage and screen got a lot closer.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 30 Dec. 2025
Even shows like Game of Thrones, Outlander, and Bridgerton, which are based on book series that supply multiple seasons's worth of storylines, have expanded into full-on cinematic universes through spin-off shows.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2025
Two imaginative universes are uniting for an exciting crossover event.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 22 Dec. 2025
As previous films in the Multiverse Saga have teased, the MCU is teeing up for a big collision of parallel universes in Avengers 5 and 6.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
To investigate this idea, the team ran detailed computer simulations involving digital universes using a program called ME-GADGET.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Nov. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Jan. 2026
Shapiro argued that Netflix needs Warner’s IP to create similar ecosystems where fans can engage continuously, perhaps even using AI to create their own content within those universes.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Digital networks and algorithmic curation have fragmented public life into discrete informational universes.
—Klaus Schwab, Time, 5 Jan. 2026
The connection between the Stranger Things universes of stage and screen got a lot closer.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 30 Dec. 2025
Even shows like Game of Thrones, Outlander, and Bridgerton, which are based on book series that supply multiple seasons's worth of storylines, have expanded into full-on cinematic universes through spin-off shows.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2025
Two imaginative universes are uniting for an exciting crossover event.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 22 Dec. 2025
As previous films in the Multiverse Saga have teased, the MCU is teeing up for a big collision of parallel universes in Avengers 5 and 6.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
To investigate this idea, the team ran detailed computer simulations involving digital universes using a program called ME-GADGET.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for universes
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Scattered throughout the sellout crowd at the last worlds before the Milan Cortina Olympics were the equally conspicuous rainbow flags that for nearly 50 years have signified pride within the LGBTQ+ community.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Through a reassessment of habitable zone models and boundary calculations, this study expands the range of worlds considered potentially habitable, revealing new targets in the search for life.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Hval’s restless melodies and at-times Proustian lyrics trail cigarette smoke or the fragrance of roses toward litanies of memory, all the while deconstructing the very natures of stage performance, recording technology, and digital existence.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
4 Dec. 2025
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The world features beautifully ethereal landscapes as well as industrial facilities that feel functional and fully realized despite their alien natures.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
2 Dec. 2025
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“Universes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universes. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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