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as in galaxy
a ball-shaped gaseous celestial body that shines by its own light
it's difficult to see the stars at night in the middle of the city because of all the streetlights
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as in principal
the person who has the most important role in a play, movie, or TV show
when the star of the school play came down with the flu on opening night, her understudy got to go on
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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
the public's endless fascination with stars
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as in celestial
of or relating to the stars
star observations
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the teacher's star pupil
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as in famous
widely known
looking for star actors to play the leads
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Recent Examples of star
Obed Manuel, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Here are three takeaways from the Royals-O’s series: Kris Bubic stars in starter’s role
The Royals always knew Bubic had the intangibles to become a big-league starting pitcher.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 21 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, the Thunder managed to remain atop of the Western Conference without Holmgren, going 34-8 without their star big man in the lineup.
—Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Now, last month, there was another star of the big screen in the ring, coaxing Cena to go over to the dark side.
—Obed Manuel, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Here are three takeaways from the Royals-O’s series: Kris Bubic stars in starter’s role
The Royals always knew Bubic had the intangibles to become a big-league starting pitcher.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
Where to Stay: The Cape, a Thompson Hotel has an unbeatable location on Monuments Beach, with views of the famous Arch across the bay, plus a restaurant from star Mexican chef Enrique Olvera.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 21 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, the Thunder managed to remain atop of the Western Conference without Holmgren, going 34-8 without their star big man in the lineup.
—Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for star
Noun
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Second, there was a time, within the first few hundred million years after the Big Bang, before stars and galaxies had even formed.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 Apr. 2025
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Humans have given only a handful of these galaxies catchy nicknames.—
Amanda Kooser,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Lowering interest is a way to help graduates pay down their principal faster instead of watching balances swell with interest each year.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Upon maturity, banks return the depositor’s principal plus interest.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2025
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The firm specialized in celebrity, events and brands and maintained offices in L.A. and New York.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The message is clear, from designers, brands, fashion media, and celebrities alike: America’s mall brands are next up.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The dual-sided timepiece has another horological wonder on what should be the caseback—a celestial map that tracks the constellations in real time.—
Michael Solomon,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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For instance, the disc could be formed by gas captured by the flares that would be coming from shocks in the disc, caused by a small celestial object repeatedly traveling through — thus disrupting the orbiting material.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The thicker frame is reminiscent of an earlier era filled with outstanding fashion.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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This achievement reflects the group’s continued leadership in international health services and its ability to offer outstanding patient experiences.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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If the book falters, the production numbers – some based on famous Marilyn images and tropes, like the Seven Year Itch‘s subway grate scene, and the Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend bit – are suitably flashy.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The all cash deal, valued at $1.375 billion, will merge two of the most famous Italian luxury fashion brands under one roof.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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And the conversation with a neighbor who said Maryanne had been his sun.—
Kristina Goetz,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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Roses grow and bloom best in full sun, about six to eight hours of direct sunlight a day.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
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Katy Perry: Pop superstar Katy Perry performed a tribute to Earth during her journey as part of the historic all-women space crew mission.—
Jennifer Earl, Analisa Novak,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Pelinka kept it under his hat for two months, was able to keep his 2031 first-rounder and other goodies out of the deal and got the Dončić trade to the finish line before 28 of his rivals even knew the superstar was available.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Star.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/star. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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