satellite imagery
noun
: pictures taken from satellites
They used satellite imagery to see the ice caps.
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Because the Planchón-Peteroa volcanic complex is remote, rugged and spans two countries, satellite imagery plays a vital role in monitoring volcanic activity, ash dispersal and potential impacts on air pollution, local communities and the environment.
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Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The Yellow Sea base is being expanded to potentially host a second aircraft carrier, according to satellite imagery.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
Analysts have also seen evidence that Russia is procuring commercial satellite imagery from the private market – an indication that its own capabilities are not up to scratch.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Raymond’s team has been tracking atrocities in Sudan using satellite imagery from NASA and commercial sources.
—Nicolas Niarchos, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
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Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The Yellow Sea base is being expanded to potentially host a second aircraft carrier, according to satellite imagery.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
Analysts have also seen evidence that Russia is procuring commercial satellite imagery from the private market – an indication that its own capabilities are not up to scratch.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Raymond’s team has been tracking atrocities in Sudan using satellite imagery from NASA and commercial sources.
—Nicolas Niarchos, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
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“Satellite imagery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satellite%20imagery. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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