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meteor

[mee-tee-er, -awr] / ˈmi ti ər, -ˌɔr /
NOUN
anything that progresses with spectacular speed
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It’s like a meteor coming from outer space and hitting you on the head.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

That makes it an ideal tool for tracking down the source of this unusual meteor stream.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

That glowing streak is what scientists call a meteor.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

While the North East and Cumbria appeared not to be at the epicentre of the meteor shower, some persistent photographers managed to catch it nonetheless.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

“My mom died. Five years ago. And I guess I like to think that wherever she is, her sky has meteor showers, too.”

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy




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