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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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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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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
The glitzy May 16 affair — one of the festival’s most glamorous soirées — drew a constellation of stars, including Angelina Jolie, Halle Berry, Jeremy Strong and Juliette Binoche, along with Cannes power players Thierry Frémaux and Iris Knobloch.
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Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
There’s also a bit more set-dressing, a light amount of furniture to evoke a Nordic resort, as well as a constellation of lamps that give the stage a warm orange glow in contrast to the voyeuristic blue glare through a curtain at the side of a stage (the lighting design is by Isabella Byrd).
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 20 May 2025
There’s also a thirteenth, Ophiuchus, a huge constellation that the sun also passes through.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
And what of the repellent opening shot, which zooms out from the track marks on Amin’s arm to find 5-year-old Alpha using a marker to trace a constellation of sorts across his skin.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 19 May 2025
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Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
There’s also a bit more set-dressing, a light amount of furniture to evoke a Nordic resort, as well as a constellation of lamps that give the stage a warm orange glow in contrast to the voyeuristic blue glare through a curtain at the side of a stage (the lighting design is by Isabella Byrd).
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 20 May 2025
There’s also a thirteenth, Ophiuchus, a huge constellation that the sun also passes through.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
And what of the repellent opening shot, which zooms out from the track marks on Amin’s arm to find 5-year-old Alpha using a marker to trace a constellation of sorts across his skin.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constellation
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Since then, the cry for additional testing and a review of the cancer cluster has only gotten louder.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 2025
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The star cluster that makes up Queen Berenice’s hair is made up of very young stars, about 500 million years old.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
25 May 2025
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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That line will start sailing on June 17, with KMTC providing one vessel to the grouping.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
21 May 2025
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Included in that selection is the Lark Manor Geometric Tiled Doormat, which has a half-circle design and sits flush along the doorframe.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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Its design was based on the Japanese Nori shoe, which was made from straw.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Deadline’s Sound & Screen will make its UK debut during SXSW London, with live performances and conversations with an array of composers set for the showcase Saturday, June 7.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
3 June 2025
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People with a competent array of professional skills are in high demand and always valued.—
Mark C. Perna,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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The Pro Football Hall of Famer has joined the ownership group of Denver’s NWSL expansion club as the women’s soccer team prepares for its inaugural season in 2026.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
3 June 2025
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One group estimates that the number of homeless residents in the region has doubled in recent years.—
Andrew Wimer,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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The high-shine finish is both durable and reflective, bringing a bit of glow to this galley layout.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 May 2025
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The unlimited coworking offer with access to an open layout lounge is $199 a month.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Bib & Tucker Small Batch 6-year-old Bourbon, 46% ABV A small batch bourbon aged for 6 years, known for its smoothness and character.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Last month, a Los Angeles judge ruled that Sony was no longer obligated to provide episodes to CBS, which has served for decades as the conduit, delivering batches of episodes to television stations around the country.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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The band had never before reached the top 40, let alone the top 20.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Even after the band went their separate ways in 2013 (a split since remedied), Joe did not stray too far from center stage, forming his dance-rock project, DNCE, two years later, and notching another international hit and an MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist for the group.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
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“Constellation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constellation. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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