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as in cluster
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 grouping
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 design
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 constellation
Soon, stars, planets and entire constellations emerge.
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ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
The Starlink 17-22 mission added another 25 broadband Internet satellites into the company’s low Earth orbit constellation that consists of more than 10,200 spacecraft.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
The Starlink 17-14 mission will add another 24 broadband internet satellites to the company’s low Earth orbit constellation, which consists of more than 10,200 spacecraft.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
The incumbent also collected endorsements from the Democratic Party of Sacramento, the Sacramento Area Firefighters Local 522, North State Building Industry Association Political Action Committee and a constellation of various Democratic political groups based in the capital city.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
The Starlink 17-22 mission added another 25 broadband Internet satellites into the company’s low Earth orbit constellation that consists of more than 10,200 spacecraft.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
The Starlink 17-14 mission will add another 24 broadband internet satellites to the company’s low Earth orbit constellation, which consists of more than 10,200 spacecraft.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
The incumbent also collected endorsements from the Democratic Party of Sacramento, the Sacramento Area Firefighters Local 522, North State Building Industry Association Political Action Committee and a constellation of various Democratic political groups based in the capital city.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellation
Noun
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Now, research strengthens an alternative theory that attributes the cooling to a violent cluster of volcanic eruptions.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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When two galaxy clusters collide, the normal matter inside — mostly in the form of gas — would interact, experience friction, heat up, and emit X-rays.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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The student center features comfortable leather furniture – easier to clean up spills – arranged in groupings so students could chat with each other, perhaps study together, perhaps even just take a nap.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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The site design also features restroom facilities, laundry machines, internet access and a secured perimeter with around-the-clock onsite security.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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David Gallos’s scenic design showcases a modest but welcoming home where Bertha’s biscuits bake in the oven, a box of dominoes lies tucked on a side table, and warm coffee heats on the stove.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
26 Apr. 2026
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Families can immerse themselves in awe-inspiring landscapes and see rare wildlife, while having access to a wide array of activities back on board.—
Jessica Puckett,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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While the array of legal challenges is a lot to manage, Donovan understands the privilege of even having legal representation.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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At one point, my friend was added to a WeChat group that included nearly five hundred foreign actors, many of whom were sharing casting calls to make sure they weren’t being scammed.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Vikings could target him as an undrafted signing to bolster a defensive backs group that should look far different when the draft concludes.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Released in the early ‘90s, the double-sided wristwatch shows a conventional chronograph layout with three registers on one side and an oversized, one-minute, multimeter scale on the other.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2026
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There’s space to spread out, too, with notably generous layouts and extra-large bathroom vanities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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The committee does not explain the reasoning behinds its rulings – the season’s fourth and final batch of rulings were made today – but despite her prominence in the revival’s marketing campaign her role as the wife of Nathan Lane’s Willy Loman apparently was deemed a supporting character.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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Make a batch of beans during a weekly meal prep to enjoy them all week.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
29 Apr. 2026
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The movie explores the band’s success and even introduces viewers to their head of security, Bill Bray (KeiLyn Durrel Jones).—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
27 Apr. 2026
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Wesley is a female eagle with a black leg band.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Constellation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constellation. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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