the moon
noun
variants
or the Moon
: the large round object that circles the Earth and that shines at night by reflecting light from the sun
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As the moon and Pluto align, your aura of intensity magnifies.
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Usa Today,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
However, once the moon slips into Aquarius, the atmosphere takes on a more cerebral, independent and mentally stimulating vibe.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
With the moon out of the evening sky, this is the month’s best chance to see the Milky Way from a dark rural location.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Their 10-day mission around the moon and back to Earth began with the roaring ignition of SLS's four RS-25 engines and two massive solid rocket boosters (SRBs).
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Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
1 July 2026
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Usa Today,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
However, once the moon slips into Aquarius, the atmosphere takes on a more cerebral, independent and mentally stimulating vibe.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
With the moon out of the evening sky, this is the month’s best chance to see the Milky Way from a dark rural location.
—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Their 10-day mission around the moon and back to Earth began with the roaring ignition of SLS's four RS-25 engines and two massive solid rocket boosters (SRBs).
—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for the moon
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“The moon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20moon. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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