as in globes
the celestial body on which we live
our collective responsibility to conserve the planet and its natural resources for future generations
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Recent Examples of planets
These collisions would have carved out some of the outermost layer of the wannabe planets.
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Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 8 Sep. 2025
These eel-like robots could be used for exploring unpredictable worlds – from exploring distant planets to assisting in disaster zones.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
That is followed by a tabletop planetarium featuring images of planets beamed onto moving objects which magically protrude from it.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
There are likely at least sextillions of these objects flying through interstellar space, far outnumbering the stars and planets of our galaxy.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 26 Aug. 2025
While retrograde, this dynamic duo of planets invites us to pause, reflect and refine our visions for the future before charging forward without a solid plan of action.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
That makes this research applicable not just to Mars, but to planets orbiting other stars too, with the underlying idea of looking for habitable environments beyond our solar system.
—Jonathan O’Callaghan, JSTOR Daily, 10 Apr. 2025
Sometimes, the stars and planets align perfectly, as is the case for the answer for Dionne’s request.
—Phil Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
Both planets are close to their brightest for some time but behave very differently.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 8 Sep. 2025
These eel-like robots could be used for exploring unpredictable worlds – from exploring distant planets to assisting in disaster zones.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
That is followed by a tabletop planetarium featuring images of planets beamed onto moving objects which magically protrude from it.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
There are likely at least sextillions of these objects flying through interstellar space, far outnumbering the stars and planets of our galaxy.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 26 Aug. 2025
While retrograde, this dynamic duo of planets invites us to pause, reflect and refine our visions for the future before charging forward without a solid plan of action.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
That makes this research applicable not just to Mars, but to planets orbiting other stars too, with the underlying idea of looking for habitable environments beyond our solar system.
—Jonathan O’Callaghan, JSTOR Daily, 10 Apr. 2025
Sometimes, the stars and planets align perfectly, as is the case for the answer for Dionne’s request.
—Phil Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
Both planets are close to their brightest for some time but behave very differently.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for planets
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For example, swapping rustic barn lights for sleek, glass globes can instantly update a space without much effort.—
Monika Biegler Eyers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Aug. 2025
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Chilled cryotherapy globes by Epicutis are also included and intended for take-home use.—
India Brown,
Robb Report,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Just as Neptune was discovered through its gravitational influence long before it was seen directly, hidden worlds around other stars might first reveal themselves in the shapes of surrounding dust.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Sep. 2025
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That's right, pop star worlds collided when Carpenter effortlessly posed in the archival gown, which featured a sweetheart neckline embellished with silver beading.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Global manufacturers are concerned China's decision to curb exports of rare-earths alloys, mixtures and magnets could slow production and disrupt supply chains.—
Yuka Obayashi,
Reuters,
4 July 2025
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“Planets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/planets. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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