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satellite

[sat-l-ahyt] / ˈsæt lˌaɪt /
NOUN
small planet that revolves around a larger one
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NOUN
smaller country dependent upon a larger one
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The Korean satellite was supposed to be launched in 2022 with a Soyuz rocket, but the plan was scrapped after Russia’s attack on Ukraine that year, according to the website.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

The investment in SpaceX also gives the tech giant a foothold in satellite internet, Bader said.

From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026

Previously, some Banksy artworks, including a satellite dish, have been stolen although the sheer size of this one makes that less likely.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Amazon’s Leo satellite internet service is expected to launch in the middle of this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

“Our uncle has satellite radio,” Alyssa points out, and switches to the satellite stations.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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