the universe

noun

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

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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 15 July 2026 In the universe of the novel, AI has surpassed human intelligence in every cognitive domain. Nick H. Penniman, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2026 These are our best guesses as to where life might exist elsewhere in the universe. Elijah Tan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026 This discovery offers a rare look at how some of the universe's most extreme objects accelerate particles to nearly the speed of light, according to a statement from the space agency. Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 14 July 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 16 Jul. 2026.

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