the universe

noun

: all of space and everything in it including stars, planets, galaxies, etc.

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Observations of the large-scale structure of the universe and measurements of primordial gravitational waves could also make or break this new model. Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2025 For millennia, trees have stood as emblems of the profound interconnectedness of all living things, central to the universe’s structural integrity and humanity’s moral compass. Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025 Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2025 Google’s Willow chip recently solved a problem in five minutes that would take the fastest classical supercomputer longer than the age of the universe, underscoring leadership that could spawn new markets in the coming decade. Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for the universe

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“The universe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20universe. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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