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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
Stargazers could glimpse dozens an hour, golden streaks that appeared to fall from the constellation Perseus.
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Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht won new terms, with support from the Democratic Party and allies including Planned Parenthood, labor unions, trial lawyers and a constellation of progressive groups.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Venus, the planet of love and harmony, is said to rule the Libra constellation, which supposedly makes Libras shine in their relationships.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Owned by Musk, Starlink is a constellation of more than 8,700 satellites that provide internet service to customers around the world.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 5 Nov. 2025
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Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht won new terms, with support from the Democratic Party and allies including Planned Parenthood, labor unions, trial lawyers and a constellation of progressive groups.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Venus, the planet of love and harmony, is said to rule the Libra constellation, which supposedly makes Libras shine in their relationships.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Owned by Musk, Starlink is a constellation of more than 8,700 satellites that provide internet service to customers around the world.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellation
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These gorgeous cluster bowls from The Favorites make creating a holiday dip spread, a crudité platter, a taco night, or a baked potato bar—use your imagination—so much faster and easier.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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Now, however the cluster of six ±1% moves since the sharp 3% drop on October 10 has materialized.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Some wonky orbital math suggests that Jupiter’s gravitational influence could have condensed rubble from the breakup into such a grouping.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
3 Nov. 2025
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In the fall, Hempstead recommends hiking just beyond Chester Lake to Elephant Rocks, a grouping of huge limestone boulders surrounded by coniferous trees called larches, whose soft needles turn buttery yellow in late September.—
Lisa Kadane,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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The growing acceptance of Indian design is one reason Bohra no longer resists the Made in India label.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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The largest maritime manufacturing company in Indonesia, PT Pal has advantages in the design and construction capabilities of naval vessels, commercial vessels, and general engineering.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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These are advanced sonar and towed array technologies for detecting undersea noise and tracking vessels.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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Today’s array of federal programs covering health care, housing, education, insurance, and retirement savings can provide a strong foundation for lifelong financial stability.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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At the time, the FBI said the hackers responsible belonged to criminal group Darkside, believed to be based in Russia.—
Charlotte Reck,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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In addition to the murder charge, Thompson faces charges of committing a terroristic act, aggravated assault, engaging in violent criminal group activity and endangering the welfare of a minor, according to the jail roster.—
Rafael Escalera Montoto,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Train drivers in the United Kingdom have extensive route training and are required to know the location of every signal and track layout on their route, including in the dark.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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With its thoughtful layout for laptops, tablets, and other essentials, this expandable suitcase with wheels makes lugging gear through terminals feel effortless.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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Now, one of her enemies has done the same — only this batch of flames is more like being tossed into an incinerator than warming up by the fireplace.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
4 Nov. 2025
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The scarcity is not performed but natural; small-batch production means fewer than a thousand of any one item exist.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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During this time frame, a narrow, intense lake-effect snow band, only about 10 miles wide, will be capable of thunder, wind gusts near 35 mph and near-zero visibility at its peak.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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The 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honored bands like Outkast, the White Stripes, and Soundgarden.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Constellation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constellation. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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