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as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
the constellation of beliefs, attitudes, and values that serve to define liberalism today
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as in grouping
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
the organization invited an impressive constellation of guest speakers
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
there's a constantly shifting constellation of relationships among the characters of the novel
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Recent Examples of constellation
The entire constellation should be in orbit by 2030.
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The initial Project Kuiper constellation will consist of about 3,200 satellites in LEO, according to Amazon.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The mission is a pivotal step toward beginning commercial service for Amazon’s Project Kuiper, an initiative launched in 2019 that aims to provide broadband internet from a constellation of more than 3,000 satellites.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2025
More star-like shapes connected by lines run down the length of the blade, possibly symbolizing constellations.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The initial Project Kuiper constellation will consist of about 3,200 satellites in LEO, according to Amazon.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The mission is a pivotal step toward beginning commercial service for Amazon’s Project Kuiper, an initiative launched in 2019 that aims to provide broadband internet from a constellation of more than 3,000 satellites.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2025
More star-like shapes connected by lines run down the length of the blade, possibly symbolizing constellations.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellation
Noun
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Amyloid plaques play a key role in the development of Alzheimer’s when small clusters gather at synapses in the brain and interfere with the nerve cells’ ability to communicate.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
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There was another notable cluster in 2012 in people staying in tent cabins in Yosemite.—
Judy Stone,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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Often these puzzling areas create room for vignettes, an expressive grouping — of candles, plants or photos in a nook intended for deep conversations.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Conspicuously anglo human characters resemble the generic design often seen in low-rent CG fare produced overseas: large heads with pristine skin and pronounced facial features.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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The eggs are decorated with dainty florals and swirl designs and include matching ribbons for easy hanging.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Paul Newman's Life in Photos Newman was an actor, film director and racecar driver who worked on an array of successful projects, including The Hustler, The Sting, The Verdict, Cool Hand Luke, The Color of Money and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, to name a few.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Manager Stephen Vogt has said the key for Ortiz is throwing strikes consistently enough so that his array of heaters — a fastball, cutter and sinker, each with a different movement profile — befuddles hitters.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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When asked about Jackson being turned away from the event, Nettles responded that every candidate should have the opportunity to participate, but at the same time should respect the rules of the group organizing the candidate forums.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Apr. 2025
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There are some ongoing conversations between lower-level officials on both sides, according to one Chinese and three U.S. officials, though some working groups put in place by the Joe Biden administration to deal with commercial disputes, as well as treasury and military issues have been frozen.—
Beijing and Washington Bureaus,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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To solve the bedroom’s issues, Galey planned to drywall over the extra door, add thick, arched double wood doors with a lock for privacy and reimagine the layout to make the space feel cozier and more secure.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Learn the dining room layout and setup mistakes to avoid when hosting or entertaining.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Apr. 2025
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Twenty-eight of those have launched batches of Starlink satellites to join the constellation.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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The Long Island City station received its first batch of elevators late last year on the south side of the station, a $74 million project.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Following the release of their debut LP Up All Night in 2011, the band eventually went on hiatus in 2016 and Payne released his first solo album LP1 three years later.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
16 Apr. 2025
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Fellow classic rock great Todd Rundgren is supporting the band on some of these dates, including at the San Francisco show.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Constellation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constellation. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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