Definition of universenext
as in world
the whole body of things observed or assumed the theory that the universe is constantly expanding

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Recent Examples of universe But, being the second spin-off from a show in the fourth phase in Marvel’s increasingly complex universe of characters (many of whom were vanquished at the end of phase three), there’s a hefty backstory to contend with. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026 This suggests a larger mystery at play, one completely new to the Friday the 13th universe. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2026 Manchester, England — Stepping inside the plush halls of Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium before Wednesday’s Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain felt a bit like walking into an alternative universe. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026 The company's high-stakes Build conference in early June wasn't enough to lift the stock, and that month would bring widespread carnage across the broader software stock universe. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for universe
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Noun
  • Who would want the callous world that successfully cloistered the feelings of others?
    — Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Daily Alerts Stay informed as soon as important news breaks around Washington DC and the entire world.
    — Washington Examiner, The Washington Examiner, 17 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • In North Georgia’s mountains, autumn already is transforming ridges, forests and streambanks into dazzling palettes of reds, yellows, maroons and deep oranges — all part of nature’s annual leaf color spectacle.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • As nature trades its summer greens for a rich tapestry of amber, rust, burgundy, and gold, our wardrobes are following suit—and with all manner of vibrant, textured, statement-making accessories piled on top.
    — Ciarra Lorren Zatorski, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • But the One Ring — the weapon that will reshape Middle-earth — is the true star, and the new peek at the third season revels in its creation.
    — Deborah Day, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The magnitude of funding being poured into AI ads is not just evidence of how consequential this election cycle is, but also how pervasive artificial intelligence has become in content creation.
    — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026

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“Universe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universe. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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