space-time
noun
ˈspās-ˈtīm 
ˈspās-ˌtīm
1
: a system of one temporal and three spatial coordinates by which any physical object or event can be located
called also space-time continuum
2
: the whole or a portion of physical reality determinable by a usually four-dimensional coordinate system
also
: the properties characteristic of such an order
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In his songs, the English language turned woolier and more expressionistic; musical space-time distended and stretched.
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New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The announcement that Steve O’Donnell has been named as the new CEO of NASCAR is either a seismic shift that will rip a hole in the motorsports space-time continuum or merely a bump in track depending on your perspective.
—Greg Engle, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2026
Very simply put, bent starlight from distant galaxies can allow objects passing in front of massive objects to be temporarily magnified and visible, thanks to how general relativity and space-time works.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 21 Apr. 2026
What to read next The four-part series tackles the origins of the universe, the pivotal role of stardust in all living things, and the nature of space-time, among many other cosmic mysteries.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 13 Apr. 2026
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New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The announcement that Steve O’Donnell has been named as the new CEO of NASCAR is either a seismic shift that will rip a hole in the motorsports space-time continuum or merely a bump in track depending on your perspective.
—Greg Engle, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2026
Very simply put, bent starlight from distant galaxies can allow objects passing in front of massive objects to be temporarily magnified and visible, thanks to how general relativity and space-time works.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 21 Apr. 2026
What to read next The four-part series tackles the origins of the universe, the pivotal role of stardust in all living things, and the nature of space-time, among many other cosmic mysteries.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 13 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for space-time
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“Space-time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/space-time. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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