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Recent Examples of afterglow
Those observations—when combined with other astrophysical data, like certain exploding stars, the afterglow of the Big Bang and the bending of light via gravitational lensing—suggest that dark energy was stronger in the past.
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Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
In the afterglow, Sunday’s trip to Craven Cottage was an opportunity to carry that positive momentum into the Premier League and push towards a respectable finishing position.
—Elias Burke, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
Astronomers have discovered extraordinarily powerful X-ray jets blasting from two supermassive black holes that are so ancient that the jets shine in the afterglow of the Big Bang.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 15 June 2025
Fils asked the French faithful, when former player Marion Bartoli put a microphone to his lips at the center of the court in the afterglow of a resurrection, measured by a 7-6(3), 7-6(4), 2-6, 0-6, 6-4 scoreline.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 30 May 2025
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Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
In the afterglow, Sunday’s trip to Craven Cottage was an opportunity to carry that positive momentum into the Premier League and push towards a respectable finishing position.
—Elias Burke, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
Astronomers have discovered extraordinarily powerful X-ray jets blasting from two supermassive black holes that are so ancient that the jets shine in the afterglow of the Big Bang.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 15 June 2025
Fils asked the French faithful, when former player Marion Bartoli put a microphone to his lips at the center of the court in the afterglow of a resurrection, measured by a 7-6(3), 7-6(4), 2-6, 0-6, 6-4 scoreline.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for afterglow
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At the very least, the Ray reveal is more interesting than the sequel teased in the movie’s denouement.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
17 July 2025
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As Squid Game marched through its final six episodes to a stunningly dark denouement (including that A-list cameo from Cate Blanchett for the final coda), Myung-gi was there all along, his fate uncertain to the bitter end.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
2 July 2025
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Inside was an open-plan kitchen, new bathrooms, exposed beams, a laundry room, floor-to-ceiling windows and a second-floor, street-facing balcony.—
Thomas Fuller,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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Palm trees act as a privacy buffer at the front of the double-gated home, while four rows of vertical wooden beams, presented to dramatic effect by golden uplighting, make a bold first impression from the driveway.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
23 July 2025
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DraftKings Promo Code: Bet $5, Win $150 Bonus Instant gratification is far from the norm in sports betting, but this DraftKings promo is breaking the mold.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
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Fontanel goes on to elegantly describe the gratification of aloneness, and offers keen social observations about the mistaken assumptions of others, foremost among them the idea that a woman needs a partner to find happiness.—
Melissa Febos,
The Atlantic,
9 June 2025
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While much of America has moved on past COVID-19, the pandemic which hit the industry like an earthquake, the culinary industry continues to experience aftershocks.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
13 July 2025
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Organizations invest heavily in onboarding but give almost no thought to the aftershocks of someone leaving.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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That means, cross your fingers that rain and fog aren't in the forecast on the nights the auroras are expected.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
16 July 2025
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Stunning auroras are also created when the particle stream interacts with gases in the planet's magnetic field.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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Tail wagging during sleep can indicate a positive dream or a replay of happy daytime memories—suggesting that Pixie is now living a life full of comfort and contentment.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Many followers find a sense of empowerment, contentment and community in the movement, Taylor says.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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Above her, the sweeping halo scoreboard glowed, flashing beneath the thump of blasting pop anthems.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Ultramarine blues, goldfinch yellows, clouded whites; the colors don’t shout but shimmer like halos.—
Jerry Saltz,
Vulture,
2 July 2025
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Beyond cleanliness, a comfortable bed, and attentive service, the quality of coffee served can make or break a guest’s enjoyment of their hotel or resort stay.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Lucia Pham Amazon Prime Day sales are timed for early summer—the time of enjoyment.—
Matthew Korfhage,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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“Afterglow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/afterglow. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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