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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 glitzy May 16 affair — one of the festival’s most glamorous soirées — drew a constellation of stars, including Angelina Jolie, Halle Berry, Jeremy Strong and Juliette Binoche, along with Cannes power players Thierry Frémaux and Iris Knobloch.
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Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
There’s also a bit more set-dressing, a light amount of furniture to evoke a Nordic resort, as well as a constellation of lamps that give the stage a warm orange glow in contrast to the voyeuristic blue glare through a curtain at the side of a stage (the lighting design is by Isabella Byrd).
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 20 May 2025
There’s also a thirteenth, Ophiuchus, a huge constellation that the sun also passes through.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
And what of the repellent opening shot, which zooms out from the track marks on Amin’s arm to find 5-year-old Alpha using a marker to trace a constellation of sorts across his skin.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 19 May 2025
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Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
There’s also a bit more set-dressing, a light amount of furniture to evoke a Nordic resort, as well as a constellation of lamps that give the stage a warm orange glow in contrast to the voyeuristic blue glare through a curtain at the side of a stage (the lighting design is by Isabella Byrd).
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 20 May 2025
There’s also a thirteenth, Ophiuchus, a huge constellation that the sun also passes through.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
And what of the repellent opening shot, which zooms out from the track marks on Amin’s arm to find 5-year-old Alpha using a marker to trace a constellation of sorts across his skin.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellation
Noun
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If conditions are right, the clusters swirl into a storm known as a tropical wave or tropical depression.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Over the course of the following three years, four more modules will be sent up and dock with the one already there, with the new cluster serving as a semi-autonomous space station budding from the larger existing one.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
6 June 2025
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2025
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Beijing has criticized the informal grouping, accusing it of fueling regional tensions.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Its design was based on the Japanese Nori shoe, which was made from straw.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Included in that selection is the Lark Manor Geometric Tiled Doormat, which has a half-circle design and sits flush along the doorframe.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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People with a competent array of professional skills are in high demand and always valued.—
Mark C. Perna,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Deadline’s Sound & Screen will make its UK debut during SXSW London, with live performances and conversations with an array of composers set for the showcase Saturday, June 7.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
3 June 2025
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Along with other members of his groups, Szabo would target some of the same people multiple times, prosecutors said.—
Natalie Demaree,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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The Pro Football Hall of Famer has joined the ownership group of Denver’s NWSL expansion club as the women’s soccer team prepares for its inaugural season in 2026.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
3 June 2025
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On the top floor, there is a two-bedroom penthouse available with a 550 sq ft. wraparound terrace, as well as three-bedroom option with an even larger terrace, ensuite bathrooms, and an open layout with a dining area, and a lounge area with a daybed and sectional sofa.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 June 2025
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Despite being spread across different categories and brand names, the sites often use the same layouts, AI agents and payment structures, all pointing to a centralized fraud network.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2025
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Bib & Tucker Small Batch 6-year-old Bourbon, 46% ABV A small batch bourbon aged for 6 years, known for its smoothness and character.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Last month, a Los Angeles judge ruled that Sony was no longer obligated to provide episodes to CBS, which has served for decades as the conduit, delivering batches of episodes to television stations around the country.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Sales of the title grew dramatically, and this week the Grammy winner’s latest full-length returns to multiple rankings and even brings the band back to the top spot on one tally in the United Kingdom.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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The band seeks musicians on woodwind, brass and other instruments, with a good attitude, sense of humor, and desire to play together in a creative way.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
4 June 2025
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“Constellation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constellation. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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