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Recent Examples of trajectory
In space, satellites deviated from their trajectories due to the changes in air density caused by the sudden heating triggered by the energetic processes.
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Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 9 May 2025
Each of Romito’s good-food-for-all endeavors, along with a new research and test lab in the works for 2026 in Castel di Sangro, is part of the same philosophy driving his trajectory as a chef and entrepreneur.
—Lindsey Tramuta, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2025
While Arenas would eventually return to the league, Crittenton’s trajectory took a much darker turn.
—Nasha Smith, People.com, 6 May 2025
CEOs and their closest advisors often share similar characteristics and a worldview shaped by their career trajectories, networks and historical business models.
—Joseph Santana, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 9 May 2025
Each of Romito’s good-food-for-all endeavors, along with a new research and test lab in the works for 2026 in Castel di Sangro, is part of the same philosophy driving his trajectory as a chef and entrepreneur.
—Lindsey Tramuta, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2025
While Arenas would eventually return to the league, Crittenton’s trajectory took a much darker turn.
—Nasha Smith, People.com, 6 May 2025
CEOs and their closest advisors often share similar characteristics and a worldview shaped by their career trajectories, networks and historical business models.
—Joseph Santana, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trajectory
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While embarking on mission to avenge Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal), the duo cross paths with a dangerous militant faction known as the Washington Liberation Front (W.L.F.) led by Isaac (Jeffrey Wright).—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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Before the sun gets too powerful, go horseback riding at the Tunica Hills Wildlife Management Area or tackle the 5.6-mile bike path and trail at West Feliciana Sports Park.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2025
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Originally Published: May 12, 2025 at 3:55 PM EDT Most Popular Most Popular Property of the week: Striking historic home along the Connecticut river Parking crunch looms at major CT airport amid route expansion.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2025
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Taking a bus or driving the 435-mile route is also an option.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Instead of a gradually building arc, we were instead presented with what could be best described as a random series of events.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
15 May 2025
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Mejia broke out with her scene-stealing character arc as Maria Sofia Estrada on Curb Your Enthusiasm, HBO’s award-winning comedy series from Larry David.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
14 May 2025
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The spacecraft separated into four pieces, two of which remained in Earth's low orbit and decayed within 48 hours, and the other two pieces went into a higher orbit.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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This one never made it beyond orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
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During these inspections, travelers may be questioned or their electronic devices looked through as a way to confirm their identity and reasons for being in the U.S.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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That should once again be a classic offensive showdown, a perfect way for NFL fans to wind down after eating lots of food.—
Seth Quinn,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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Longoria's arrival at the major league level coincided with the Rays' ascent from an American League East doormat to a team that regularly participated in the postseason.—
Jon Paul Hoornstra,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Otherwise, our latest global economic ascent marks not the beginning of a new era but the high watermark of an unsustainable model.—
Aref Aziz,
Mercury News,
9 May 2025
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That single would go on to become one of The Black Keys’ most successful tracks, spending 48 weeks on the Alternative Airplay tally — the most among any of the band's tunes.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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This as part of the Cannes Classics track, which looks set to be an exciting one this year.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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“Trajectory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trajectory. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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