the universe

noun

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

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Plus, this breakthrough could improve navigation, gravitational sensing, and tests of the laws governing the universe. Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026 The telescope will be used to observe the radio sky at frequencies below 50 MHz and will measure the low-frequency foreground of the universe. Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026 Considering the sheer number of stars in the cosmos, and the possibly larger number of planets that revolve around them, the idea that humans are alone in the universe strikes me as unlikely. Alexandra Oliva, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026 Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 12 June 2026 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 19 Jun. 2026.

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