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Recent Examples of space-age
Other elements of Dockery’s space might be a bit more in budget, like this space-age lamp from Sézane, or this dusty blue waffle blanket from Boll & Branch.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2026
This space-age pack was literally designed for Skimo races before recreationalist ultralighters picked up on the magic.
—Anthony Walsh, Outside, 26 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile Villaroel has argued that lights in the sky that appeared on pre-space-age photographic plates could indicate artificial objects that were in Earth orbit before the launch of humanity’s first satellites.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 20 Feb. 2026
While most just wrap around the back of your neck, the space-age Ostrichpillow Go gives you 360-degree support.
—Adam Cheung, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2026
This space-age pack was literally designed for Skimo races before recreationalist ultralighters picked up on the magic.
—Anthony Walsh, Outside, 26 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile Villaroel has argued that lights in the sky that appeared on pre-space-age photographic plates could indicate artificial objects that were in Earth orbit before the launch of humanity’s first satellites.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 20 Feb. 2026
While most just wrap around the back of your neck, the space-age Ostrichpillow Go gives you 360-degree support.
—Adam Cheung, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for space-age
Adjective
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Purists may object, but Rolex’s modern movements are quite lovely to behold.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
14 Apr. 2026
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On April 21, 1526, a Central Asian prince named Babur defeated the Delhi sultanate ruler Ibrahim Lodi in India and laid the foundations of what would become one of the most important empires of early modern history—the Mughal Empire (1526–1857).—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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His government promulgated a new constitution after just nine days of debate in the National Assembly.—
Kapil Komireddi,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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Years later, new forensic testing led to a breakthrough.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Apartments will feature modern amenities such as vinyl plank flooring, porcelain tile, quartz countertops and contemporary fixtures, according to Lowe.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
10 Apr. 2026
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The tour was developed with the Center for Women’s History at the San Diego History Center and highlights the historical and contemporary women whose vision, leadership, and creativity helped shape Balboa Park into a cultural destination.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Space-age.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/space-age. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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