orbiting
Example Sentences
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Even so, it appears to be the smallest of the three known giant planets orbiting the star.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 23, 2026
The planet, called LHS 1140 b, is 48 light-years from Earth orbiting a red star much smaller and cooler than our Sun.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
This motion occurs when a star moves slightly toward and away from Earth as an unseen, massive object pulls on it while orbiting.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
The University of Warwick team used the Hubble Space Telescope to pinpoint the small, dim stars orbiting in double systems within 65 light years of Earth.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Like many other Americans, Katherine bridled at the reality of the Russians’ metal moon orbiting overhead.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
