Definition of universenext
as in world
the whole body of things observed or assumed the theory that the universe is constantly expanding

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Recent Examples of universe Orange County might feel a bit like the epicenter of the California high school girls basketball universe on Friday and Saturday. Dan Albano, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026 Beyond the Zombies universe, Manheim starred in the 2023 Christmas musical movie Journey to Bethlehem and the Paramount+ series School Spirits. Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026 For the last few years, All-In has been the rising star of the tech media universe. Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 8 Jan. 2026 There is a universe where the Patriots’ schedule this year was not a bake sale as much as a four-month practice test for the postseason that took a bigger bite out of their roster. Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for universe
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Noun
  • America’s allies in Europe – wary of further Russian aggression, shouldering the burden of backing Ukraine and facing an increasingly hostile world order – have come to the same realization.
    Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 22 Jan. 2026
  • CertiK has also collaborated with institutions such as Standard Chartered, HSBC, and Ant Group on digital asset initiatives, demonstrating that security expectations from the enterprise world can be met even in decentralized environments.
    CBS News, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
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  • With minimal resort development and a strong focus on nature, hiking and local food culture, La Gomera appeals to travelers seeking a Spanish island experience that feels authentic and uncrowded, especially when visited outside peak season.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
  • The judge said the sentence reflected the complexity of the mixed verdicts following two lengthy trials and the almost Jekyll-and-Hyde nature of Bongiovanni's career, in which the lawman racked up enough front-page accolades to fill a trophy case.
    CBS News, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
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  • Madeleine, 35, a fashion designer, had designed princess dresses for Emilia and her other nieces and Spencer beamed at her creation.
    Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Those creations are public goods, but most of us don’t have the talent to produce them.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026

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“Universe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universe. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.

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