1
as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
the constellation of beliefs, attitudes, and values that serve to define liberalism today
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2
as in grouping
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
the organization invited an impressive constellation of guest speakers
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3
as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
there's a constantly shifting constellation of relationships among the characters of the novel
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Recent Examples of constellation
This was the latest in a series of flights populating the NRO's constellation of low-Earth orbit reconnaissance satellites.
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ArsTechnica, 28 Mar. 2025
Europe has its Galileo constellation, while Russia uses GLONASS.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
The glide bombs can’t communicate with the GLONASS satellite constellation, Russia’s less sophisticated and less expansive answer to the United States’ own GPS satellite constellation.
—David Axe, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Each launch carried five satellites, weighing 28 kilograms each, to complete a 25-satellite constellation.
—Ars Technica, 21 Mar. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 28 Mar. 2025
Europe has its Galileo constellation, while Russia uses GLONASS.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
The glide bombs can’t communicate with the GLONASS satellite constellation, Russia’s less sophisticated and less expansive answer to the United States’ own GPS satellite constellation.
—David Axe, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Each launch carried five satellites, weighing 28 kilograms each, to complete a 25-satellite constellation.
—Ars Technica, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellation
Noun
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Amyloid plaques play a key role in the development of Alzheimer’s when small clusters gather at synapses in the brain and interfere with the nerve cells’ ability to communicate.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
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There was another notable cluster in 2012 in people staying in tent cabins in Yosemite.—
Judy Stone,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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Often these puzzling areas create room for vignettes, an expressive grouping — of candles, plants or photos in a nook intended for deep conversations.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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Conspicuously anglo human characters resemble the generic design often seen in low-rent CG fare produced overseas: large heads with pristine skin and pronounced facial features.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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And in another first for Netflix, the design of the thronglet characters from the game actually inspired the creatures in the episode itself.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The brand, which is a nod to his middle name, launched in January 2019 with an array of T-shirts, sweatshirts and shorts, along with a collection of beige corduroy pieces, emblazoned with the Drew logo and a smiley face.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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But in a lengthy request for information sought from data center and energy developers, the agency outlines a variety of electricity sources available at each site, from solar arrays to gas turbines.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2025
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According to a previous concert poster, the rock group was scheduled to co-headline the festival's opening day with Def Leppard.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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One of the Lonely Island's raunchiest songs aired uncensored on Saturday Night Live — which totally surprised the members of the group.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Some games won't be compatible, but that will likely be a short list dependent upon the original Joy-Cons' layout and features.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Apr. 2025
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The food, the layout and the rise of women’s sports means Tom’s draws about half women these days, better than a typical watering hole.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Pascal seemed a natural choice along with Heyman to steer the next batch of Bond films.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
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In addition to the Butternut Squash Ravioli, the recall extends to select batches of Lean Cuisine Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and STOUFFER'S Party Size Chicken Lasagna.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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According to a social media post announcing the record, the new project has been in the works for two years, and features the band backed by an orchestra.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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The band is slated to play a set on the Mojave Stage during the Indio festival's first weekend, while Ed Sheeran is set to take a similar slot during Coachella's second weekend.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Constellation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constellation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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