Pluto
noun
Is Pluto a planet?: Usage Guide
In 2006 the International Astronomical Union defined planet in such a way as to exclude Pluto, reclassifying it instead as a dwarf planet. Although discussion of the matter continues, the change has been widely accepted.
Examples of Pluto in a Sentence
Nicholas Rice, Peoplemag, 14 Apr. 2024
On Demand, DirecTV, The Roku Channel, Tubi, Pluto TV, VIZIO WatchFree+, Sling TV, Peacock, Plex, XUMO and the Tribeca Channel.
—Selena Kuznikov, Variety, 11 Apr. 2024
As the moon and Pluto clash, your personal business is on public display.
—USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024
Since its discovery in Flagstaff, Pluto has become Arizona's favorite dwarf planet.
—Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 26 Mar. 2024
The first Monster Jam FAST channel is now live on free streaming television service Pluto TV across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., France, Spain, Italy and the Nordics with planned launches in Latin America and Brazil later this year.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Apr. 2024
The cinematic clip features Young Metro and Pluto draped in white suits while walking around a dark room.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 4 Apr. 2024
The cute camper comes with Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto figures, plus a fun camping setup with sleeping bags, a cooking set, s’mores roasting supplies, and a little campfire.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 4 Apr. 2024
The only thing is, Pluto technically isn't a planet.
—Li Cohen, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Pluto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Pluto. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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