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planets

NOUN

celestial body orbiting a star

Synonyms

STRONGEST

asteroid earth globe sphere world

STRONG

apple marble orb planetoid

WEAK

heavenly body luminous body terrene wandering star

Example Sentences

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It is one of only a small number of known temperate giant planets, and researchers say this is the first time the atmosphere of one has been studied in such detail.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

The discovery stands out because giant planets are usually found at temperature extremes.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Under standard theories, planets form within giant discs of gas and dust called protoplanetary discs.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

In our Solar System, the planets fall into two broad groups.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

Having other planets with life on them was as silly as having a sphere with two centers.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife