stargazing
noun
star·gaz·ing
ˈstär-ˌgā-ziŋ 
1
: the act or practice of a stargazer
2
a
: absorption in chimerical or impractical ideas : woolgathering
b
: the quality or state of being absent-minded
Examples of stargazing in a Sentence
We left the city after dark to do some stargazing.
Recent Examples on the Web
In addition to first aid, this gathering of the Zimbabwe guides will include refresher courses in shooting, tracking, stargazing, photography, and more.
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Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Apr. 2024
The Versant Power Astronomy Center staff will be in Jackman on April 7 and 8 to host public stargazing and eclipse viewing.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2024
Look up:Arizona’s dark skies are good for stargazing and your health.
—Caralin Nunes, The Arizona Republic, 28 Feb. 2024
In addition to fashion, Giovanni’s niece was notoriously involved in stargazing and astrology, an occupation that included the whole family.
—Pino Gagliardi, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2024
There is no one best park for stargazing; there are many.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2024
Each residence will sport lush gardens, free-flowing living and dining areas, an infinity-edge pool, as well as an open-air lounge—one of the best spots for stargazing.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2024
Especially popular with families, activities include snorkeling amid the local coral reefs, whale watching, stargazing, bird-watching, gardening, desert hikes, and even making one’s own hot chocolate while learning about the history of the cocoa production in Mexico.
—Byrachel King, Fortune, 25 Feb. 2024
Away from the artificial light pollution that plagues big cities and suburbs, these areas offer the right conditions for clear stargazing, astrophotography, moonlight walking tours and other dark-sky activities.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 25 Jan. 2024
Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Apr. 2024
The Versant Power Astronomy Center staff will be in Jackman on April 7 and 8 to host public stargazing and eclipse viewing.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2024
Look up:Arizona’s dark skies are good for stargazing and your health.
—Caralin Nunes, The Arizona Republic, 28 Feb. 2024
In addition to fashion, Giovanni’s niece was notoriously involved in stargazing and astrology, an occupation that included the whole family.
—Pino Gagliardi, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2024
There is no one best park for stargazing; there are many.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2024
Each residence will sport lush gardens, free-flowing living and dining areas, an infinity-edge pool, as well as an open-air lounge—one of the best spots for stargazing.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2024
Especially popular with families, activities include snorkeling amid the local coral reefs, whale watching, stargazing, bird-watching, gardening, desert hikes, and even making one’s own hot chocolate while learning about the history of the cocoa production in Mexico.
—Byrachel King, Fortune, 25 Feb. 2024
Away from the artificial light pollution that plagues big cities and suburbs, these areas offer the right conditions for clear stargazing, astrophotography, moonlight walking tours and other dark-sky activities.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 25 Jan. 2024
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“Stargazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stargazing. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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