launch window

noun

: window sense 8

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Thursday's launch window was set to be SpaceX's first test flight of Starship V3 since its blockbuster IPO. — Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 17 July 2026 The launch window will open on August 10, the Spaceport said in its announcement. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026 Having Supergirl go second after Superman in this precarious DCU launch window felt like a mistake at baseline. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Should Tuesday's launch be delayed for any reason, SpaceX has outlined a backup opportunity on June 24, with a launch window opening at the same time. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for launch window

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of launch window was in 1962

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“Launch window.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/launch%20window. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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