as in globe
the celestial body on which we live our collective responsibility to conserve the planet and its natural resources for future generations

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Recent Examples of planet Barring a couple of enormous basins, the entire southern hemisphere of the red planet is elevated by a kilometer or more, and sits atop a far thicker crust. John Timmer, Ars Technica, 20 Jan. 2025 Musk, undeterred, said the company still plans to launch uncrewed missions to the Red Planet as early as 2026, when the planets' orbits will next align. Davis Winkie, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2025 As Venus enters Aries on Feb. 4, your attention turns to your home and family as the love planet encourages you to create a more nurturing and comfortable environment. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025 In fact, until recently Carter may have been the most unwelcome member of the exclusive fraternity on the planet known as The Presidents Club. Philip Elliott, TIME, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for planet 
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Noun
  • The map has more than a million tiles on it and the videos certainly suggest a dynamic, ever-changing globe that is thronging with detail.
    Barry Collins, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • On the table next to him are a framed picture of Janet and Henry Holcomb, their beloved miniature schnauzer who passed away last year, and a globe representing Holcomb's legacy of forming many international relationships.
    Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Dec. 2024
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  • For example, the popular children’s game platform Roblox allows creators to earn Robux by selling cosmetic items or building their own in-game worlds and experiences.
    Makena Kelly, WIRED, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Venu Sports was a curious offering that seemed to be a bridge between the old cable bundle and the new world of à la carte streaming services.
    Kevin Draper, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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  • She’s spent her entire life in a subterranean shelter, which descends more than a mile into the earth like an upside-down skyscraper.
    Daniel A. Gross, The New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2025
  • In March, Ngannou was brought crashing down to earth by Anthony Joshua.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025

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“Planet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/planet. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.

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