astronomical
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Its satellites have been blamed for interfering with astronomical observations and posing an ever-increasing risk of space collisions.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
The numbers are astronomical and the rivalry continued.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
In the Northern Hemisphere, the June solstice marks the official beginning of astronomical summer.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
Early investors often have astronomical gains on paper—SpaceX, for instance, was worth a measly $30.5 billion in 2018—but selling shares on the secondary market can get clunky.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
And the combined acreage of private lawns, parks, and golf courses now being treated must reach an astronomical figure.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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