the globe

noun

: the earth
satellites circling the globe
His fame has spread around the globe.

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In his role as trade envoy, Andrew was tasked with promoting British business interests abroad, according to the BBC, and would have had privileged access to senior officials around the globe. Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 17 Feb. 2026 The actual start date may vary among countries and Muslim communities due to declarations by multiple Islamic authorities around the globe on whether the crescent had been sighted or different methodologies used to determine the beginning of the month. Mariam Fam, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026 Later life Jackson traveled around the globe throughout his life using his voice to expose international problems and highlight civil rights abuses. Cheryl Corley, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026 These passport-wielding citizens of the globe have tested well over 25 duffels in the past five years, ranging from carry-ons to expedition-grade duffel bags. Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the globe

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“The globe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20globe. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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