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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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It also used flight-tracking data, satellite imagery, social media videos, news and academic articles to support its analysis.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

An AST SpaceMobile satellite being carried by a Blue Origin rocket was put into an incorrect position on Sunday and it will now have to be taken out of orbit.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Researchers used advanced satellite radar systems to measure changes in surface elevation across deltas on five continents.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

The rocket was carrying an AST satellite intended for low earth orbit that would be used for mobile phone connectivity.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

He wanted to talk to his father, and thought about breaking out the satellite phone, but it was only to be used in case of emergency.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith




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