Definition of cosmosnext
as in universe
the whole body of things observed or assumed an essay that ponders the place of humankind in the vast cosmos

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Recent Examples of cosmos Astronomers could now search the cosmos for such events, the discovery of which would help verify Fuller's model. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 22 June 2026 Another survey will prompt the telescope to observe one specific region every five days over the course of two years to learn more about objects within the cosmos that change over time, such as exploding stars. — Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026 Adrift in a cosmos devoid of fate, we human travelers possess only our luck and whatever choices are available to us. — Rachel Vorona Cote, Vulture, 2 June 2026 Deadheading is the process of removing dead blooms from plants, like cosmos and zinnia. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cosmos
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Noun
  • Whether these stories are fictional or heightened for comic effect is irrelevant; Simmons-Patterson’s conversational delivery and sly smile are so magnetic that audiences want to spend time in his universe either way.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026
  • All in all, Neagley is a worthy addition to the Reacher universe.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 21 Sep. 2026
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  • Leo July 23 – August 22 Your world may be asking you to stretch.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
  • If the next album is Showgirl-adjacent, there’s a world in which there will be an exodus.
    — Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2026

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“Cosmos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cosmos. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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