North Star
noun
: the star of the northern hemisphere toward which the axis of the earth points
called also polestar
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The for-real North Star, 432 light years from Earth, has been an important navigational tool for more than two millennia.
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Steve Buckley, New York Times, 9 July 2025
When things get tough and the overall situation changes, culture serves as a useful North Star for decision making, helping to ensure an organization stays consistent and authentic under pressure.
—Umang Modi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
The siblings attended North Star High School, officials told KOLN.
—Mike Stunson
july 3, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2025
Without a clear governance model and shared North Star, alignment breaks down.
—Jay Goldman, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Steve Buckley, New York Times, 9 July 2025
When things get tough and the overall situation changes, culture serves as a useful North Star for decision making, helping to ensure an organization stays consistent and authentic under pressure.
—Umang Modi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
The siblings attended North Star High School, officials told KOLN.
—Mike Stunson
july 3, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2025
Without a clear governance model and shared North Star, alignment breaks down.
—Jay Goldman, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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“North Star.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/North%20Star. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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