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to a large extent or degree
their battalion was astronomically outnumbered by enemy forces
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Recent Examples of astronomically
Land prices have become astronomically out of reach for most people, outside wealth continues to pour into our states, and politicians in Congress and our state legislatures increasingly side with wealthy landowners.
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Karlee Provenza, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
What is astronomically lost in the supernova of when fame and art collide?
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
Parts of the Midwest will see astronomically low temperatures as the jet stream of the polar vortex pulls air from the north pole southward.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026
While Orion the Hunter is certainly rich astronomically, the mythological legends of the mighty hunter are equally rich.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2026
Though Tiffany's founder purchased the diamond for around $18,000 in the late 1800s, its value has risen astronomically in the years since.
—Elle Meier, InStyle, 4 Jan. 2026
Like the metaverse, though, AI’s financial return is far from certain, and Wall Street has expressed concern about Zuck’s willingness to spend astronomically on unproven tech, even one as popular as AI.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 4 Dec. 2025
The number has skyrocketed so astronomically because, unlike in the previous record-setting shutdown that spanned from 2018 to 2019, Democrats have blocked the Pentagon-specific appropriations bill that would allow some 2 million military members to be paid.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 31 Oct. 2025
The French state self-insures its national museums, because premiums for covering priceless heritage are astronomically high — meaning the Louvre will receive no payout for the loss.
—Nick Duffy, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
Karlee Provenza, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
What is astronomically lost in the supernova of when fame and art collide?
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
Parts of the Midwest will see astronomically low temperatures as the jet stream of the polar vortex pulls air from the north pole southward.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026
While Orion the Hunter is certainly rich astronomically, the mythological legends of the mighty hunter are equally rich.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2026
Though Tiffany's founder purchased the diamond for around $18,000 in the late 1800s, its value has risen astronomically in the years since.
—Elle Meier, InStyle, 4 Jan. 2026
Like the metaverse, though, AI’s financial return is far from certain, and Wall Street has expressed concern about Zuck’s willingness to spend astronomically on unproven tech, even one as popular as AI.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 4 Dec. 2025
The number has skyrocketed so astronomically because, unlike in the previous record-setting shutdown that spanned from 2018 to 2019, Democrats have blocked the Pentagon-specific appropriations bill that would allow some 2 million military members to be paid.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 31 Oct. 2025
The French state self-insures its national museums, because premiums for covering priceless heritage are astronomically high — meaning the Louvre will receive no payout for the loss.
—Nick Duffy, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for astronomically
Adverb
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In every way, such programs are unthinkable in Norway, a highly egalitarian society, in which wealth and resources are distributed evenly.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Restaurant recommendations are highly encouraged, given how popular the outlets are with even Hong Kong residents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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This recognition is greatly deserved, because Nick has owned this beat like no other reporter.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
18 Feb. 2026
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The emergence of cable, podcasts and streaming audio and video platforms — none of which are subject to FCC restrictions in terms of content — have greatly diminished traditional broadcast media’s dominance in the marketplace.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Smith has considerably more big league experience and a longer track record of offensive success compared to any other would-be second baseman on the roster.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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But the context of the occasion had darkened considerably.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
16 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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In reality Mars turned out to be far more hostile – an utterly dry dust ball with scarcely any atmosphere.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Feb. 2026
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Leonard utterly dominated even before his clutch 3-pointer to cap the Stripes’ 48-45 victory.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Now, Norwegian hockey is much more comparable to that of Denmark, its southern neighbor across the North Sea.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Last year’s defense was woefully short on top–level talent pretty much everywhere except at defensive tackle.—
Kevin Sherrington
Feb. 18,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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And while their place in the NCAA tournament is presumably safe heading into that final stretch, where the Trojans are seeded could swing significantly with a few quality wins.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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The work significantly enhances their performance as solid electrolytes for next-generation sodium-ion batteries.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Astronomically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astronomically. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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