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aurora

[uh-rawr-uh, uh-rohr-uh] / əˈrɔr ə, əˈroʊr ə /
NOUN
atmopheric phenomenon
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The results indicate that Saturn's aurora is doing far more than creating a dazzling light show.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

Weather-permitting, and when conditions are right, the Highlands offers the chance to see the Milky Way and displays of the aurora borealis - the Northern Lights.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

This colour is associated with fast, active nights of aurora activity.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

After igniting the aurora, electrons spread out in many directions.

From Science Daily • Feb. 17, 2026

There are so many nervous-energy particles buzzing through the air, we might create our own aurora borealis.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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