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as in galaxy
a ball-shaped gaseous celestial body that shines by its own light
it's difficult to see the stars at night in the middle of the city because of all the streetlights
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as in principal
the person who has the most important role in a play, movie, or TV show
when the star of the school play came down with the flu on opening night, her understudy got to go on
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as in celebrity
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
the public's endless fascination with stars
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as in celestial
of or relating to the stars
star observations
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the teacher's star pupil
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as in famous
widely known
looking for star actors to play the leads
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Recent Examples of star
Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
And sports stars and Mahatma Gandhi and Florence Nightingale and more than 20,000 other pieces, and with them, a question:
What's to become of it all?
Krasula, closing on 77, never had kids.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 16 Aug. 2025
Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 28 June 2025
There have been a lot of rumors and speculation growing about the potential that the Boston Red Sox will shop their star third baseman, Alex Bregman, at the trade deadline.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
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Noun
This philosophy is one that many NFL teams are gravitating toward where star athletes are seeing little to no playing time in the preseason.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
And sports stars and Mahatma Gandhi and Florence Nightingale and more than 20,000 other pieces, and with them, a question:
What's to become of it all?
Krasula, closing on 77, never had kids.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The comments brought Marte to tears, and the star second baseman was consoled on the mound by Diamondbacks’ manager Torey Lovullo during a pitching change.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 28 June 2025
There have been a lot of rumors and speculation growing about the potential that the Boston Red Sox will shop their star third baseman, Alex Bregman, at the trade deadline.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for star
Noun
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Yet these candidates shine far brighter than current models of early galaxy formation predict.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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However, just to make sure, the astronomers also eliminated any nearby asteroids or spacecraft that might be in front of the star or any distant galaxies that might be behind it.—
David Szondy
August 14,
New Atlas,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Investments in securities are not insured, protected or guaranteed and may result in loss of income and/or principal.—
Daniel Kern,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The series, starring Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams, returns to Netflix in two parts and introduces new cast members, including Joanna Lumley as Grandmama, Steve Buscemi as Nevermore’s new principal and Lady Gaga as a mysterious teacher.—
Aya Al-Hakim,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Over the years the distinctive style has become a celebrity favorite, and has been worn by Kendall Jenner, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Rihanna, Gigi Hadid, Oprah and Viola Davis, among others.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This follows the recent peak of a sturgeon moon and a six-planet celestial parade this past weekend.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Helping guide the way, will be another familiar celestial companion, the moon, shining in its waning gibbous phase.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
10 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Derek the outstanding chef, food and beverage supervisor and overall leader of the charge, came from Tao.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Burnley had an outstanding defensive record last season, but facing Dominic Solanke, Mohammed Kudus, etc, represents a step up in class for Scott Parker’s team.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The pub dates back to the 1800s and is named after famous former area resident, the bridge and railway engineer, Isambard Kingdom Brunel.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Comments poured in with fans praising the famous matriarch for her style and work ethic.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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According to the Almanac, winter begins with the winter solstice — the astronomical event when the sun reaches the Tropic of Capricorn, bringing the shortest day and longest night of the year to the Northern Hemisphere, in terms of daylight.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
12 Aug. 2025
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If the tobacco wasn’t covered, Arnold said, the sun would start burning the tobacco within 20 minutes.—
Dave Altimari,
Hartford Courant,
11 Aug. 2025
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Fans of Swift, the superstar singer, are excited about her appearance on the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, which will be released Wednesday night.—
Emily Curiel,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
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Thomas Rhett's 'Better in Boots Tour' Country music superstar Thomas Rhett is coming to Cincinnati.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Star.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/star. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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