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the whole body of things observed or assumed the theory that the universe is constantly expanding

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Recent Examples of universe The actor and former Vogue cover star stepped out yesterday (April 22) in London for the European premiere of her new film, the Marvel universe’s Thunderbolts*. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2025 Season 2 builds on this dynamic by introducing new faces alongside returning personalities, some of whom have roots in the broader Vanderpump universe. Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025 Her presence in space told generations of Black girls: this universe includes you, too. 10. Sughnen Yongo, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025 The series titles alludes to mythical and powerful ancient artifacts from the game universe. Carlie Procell, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for universe
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Noun
  • During her years in the professional fighting world, she was lured into the ring on more than one occasion.
    Michael Collins, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Rudolf’s death surely exacerbated Elisabeth’s desire to extricate herself from the public and physical world—a longing that was also reflected in her obsession with self-improvement and self-edification.
    Elizabeth Djinis, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Apr. 2025
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  • Algae fibers not only align with his brand ethos of bringing awareness to the creativity of nature, but also provide skin health benefits, and their harvesting process is low-waste and regenerative, according to a report by Smithsonian magazine.
    Cierra Black, Essence, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Featuring a 130-foot-wide (39.3m) mirror, the ELT will study the universe in visible light to provide a more detailed view of potentially habitable exoplanets, the formation of the first galaxies, supermassive black holes, and the nature of dark matter and dark energy.
    Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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  • Instead of relying solely on content creation, Morgan continued her education in Computer Science and Engineering, blending her brand skills with a traditional career path.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2025

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“Universe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universe. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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