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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
the constellation of beliefs, attitudes, and values that serve to define liberalism today
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as in groupings
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
the organization invited an impressive constellation of guest speakers
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as in designs
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
there's a constantly shifting constellation of relationships among the characters of the novel
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Recent Examples of constellations
However, the advent of Low Earth Orbit satellite constellations has dramatically altered the landscape.
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Timothy Papandreou, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Meteor showers are best viewed in a dark, open sky where the stars and constellations are visible.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 19 Dec. 2024
Civilian planes, helicopters, constellations and Christmas lights can from afar look menacing.
—Colin Demarest, Axios, 18 Dec. 2024
Embracing the century-old practice of biodynamic farming—a method of using constellations and the moon phases to determine when to plant, cultivate, and harvest crops—the property produces its own organic olive oil, natural wine, honey, and skincare products made with botanicals.
—Julia Eskins, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
Guests can spot constellations like Scorpius and Sirius by night and, by day, observe a variety of birds, including the orange-breasted sunbird and the Cape rockjumper.
—Biénne Huisman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2024
Every universe needs a bevy of stars to fill out the constellations, not just your Supermans and Batmans, but your Guardians, Squads, and Creatures, too.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
Traditionally reliant on fewer, highly advanced satellites in higher orbits, the agency is now moving toward constellations of smaller, low-cost satellites.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
An undulating roof will mimic Western Pennsylvania's rolling hills, while a wooden ceiling on the interior will include vast skylights, wooden beams designed to look like trees, and lighting fixtures meant to evoke starry constellations.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Nov. 2024
Timothy Papandreou, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Meteor showers are best viewed in a dark, open sky where the stars and constellations are visible.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 19 Dec. 2024
Civilian planes, helicopters, constellations and Christmas lights can from afar look menacing.
—Colin Demarest, Axios, 18 Dec. 2024
Embracing the century-old practice of biodynamic farming—a method of using constellations and the moon phases to determine when to plant, cultivate, and harvest crops—the property produces its own organic olive oil, natural wine, honey, and skincare products made with botanicals.
—Julia Eskins, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
Guests can spot constellations like Scorpius and Sirius by night and, by day, observe a variety of birds, including the orange-breasted sunbird and the Cape rockjumper.
—Biénne Huisman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2024
Every universe needs a bevy of stars to fill out the constellations, not just your Supermans and Batmans, but your Guardians, Squads, and Creatures, too.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
Traditionally reliant on fewer, highly advanced satellites in higher orbits, the agency is now moving toward constellations of smaller, low-cost satellites.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
An undulating roof will mimic Western Pennsylvania's rolling hills, while a wooden ceiling on the interior will include vast skylights, wooden beams designed to look like trees, and lighting fixtures meant to evoke starry constellations.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellations
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Cabin layouts also vary—some are much more suited to mobility needs than others.Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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For instance, concierge staff should know flight statuses, airport layouts and alternative routes in case of disruptions.Pascal Bélanger, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The holiday set was recently released on physical formats, and fans of the singer—both old and new—clearly rushed to pick up a copy.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The key is variety—use different story formats like boomerangs, polls and videos to keep things fresh and engaging.Tony Pec, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles The store is divided into two separate sections, with the front of the shop stocking ready-to-wear collections and the backspace being used for hosting bespoke appointments in a chocolate brown lounge.Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
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Originating in Manhattan’s garment district, the brand combines a legacy of refined quality with modern technology to produce exclusive, handcrafted collections.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The three-day gathering of music and live bands has drawn some 20,000 music fans to the Near West Side park more or less annually since 2006, save a pandemic year off.Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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The three-day gathering of music and live bands has drawn some 20,000 music fans to the Near West Side park more or less annually since 2006, save a pandemic year off.Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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The clays chosen had mineralogical compositions similar to those found in historical LE samples.Newsweek, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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And the only thing that’s deliberately stylized is the fairy-tale compositions.Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 20 Dec. 2024
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Pelly writes of some artists, in search of viral fame, who surreptitiously use social media to effectively beta test melodies and motifs, basically putting together songs via crowdsourcing.Hua Hsu, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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The castle’s bleached, sparse interior also looks a lot like the one in Herzog’s film, and this new Nosferatu’s recurring motifs—swarming rats, Catholic totems, a beach pock-marked with wonky graves—simultaneously pays tribute and blows dust off the hundred-year-old story.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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Dial created works in a variety of modes, from allegorical paintings to massive assemblages.Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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Fabric scraps, the netting from bags that may have once held tangerines—all this stuff Jackson synthesized into a whole that owes nothing to Rauschenberg’s assemblages or to the Arte Povera movement but grew out of the art of making do.Hilton Als, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
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Initially celebrated as a spiritual observance commemorating the hope found in the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, Christmas has evolved to embrace universal themes of goodwill and generosity.Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Both Hanukkah and Christmas center on the transformative power of light and hope, embodying themes of faith and perseverance during adversity thanks to God’s divine ever-present love and concern for humankind.Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Constellations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constellations. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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