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the whole body of things observed or assumed the theory that the universe is constantly expanding

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Recent Examples of universe The Law & Order and Chicago universe builder believes the company’s approach will allow fans a new way of playing within their favorite properties. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025 In his novelistic universe, human beings are governed by emotions, driven by desire, unpredictable, imperfect, fallible—but also possessed of enormous power. Karl Ove Knausgaard, New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2025 From viral skits to personal storytelling, Alexandra Madison and Jon Bouffard have become a powerful presence in the TikTok universe, drawing in millions with an intimate blend of humor, transparency, and everyday tenderness. Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 21 Oct. 2025 And video game spinoffs of the Italian Brainrot cinematic universe have broken all sorts of records on Roblox and Fortnite. Andrew R. Chow, Time, 20 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for universe
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Noun
  • In an era when multinationals are diversifying away from single-market dependencies, Minister Al-Falih’s remarks made clear that Riyadh wants to anchor that shift — offering predictability, efficiency, and partnership in a volatile world.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2025
  • That’s what Rebecca feels—all alone in a world that seems to care less.
    Joni Eareckson Tada, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
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  • Barrymore complimented the nuanced nature of the show's exploration of the troubled teen industry.
    Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Its artistic yet pragmatic nature also defines Valladolid’s role as a place of discovery platform, a prestige auteurs’ hub just weeks after San Sebastián — and a bridge for awards-season exposure.
    Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
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  • The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Look to 19th Century France At the same time, many French men and women believed that the end of the Terror and the creation of new governmental structures offered the possibility for political stability and social reconciliation.
    Time, Time, 21 Oct. 2025

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“Universe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universe. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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