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as in celestial
of or relating to the stars
humankind's dream of stellar navigation is hampered by the vast distances between the stars, even in our own galaxy
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
this miniature palm tree is a stellar example of the art of bonsai
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Recent Examples of stellar
The past season wasn't stellar for Thomas, but 2025 is looking much better.
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Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Her voice was stellar and much appreciated by millions.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
The veteran right fielder was stellar for the Mets in 2022, the first year of his four-year pact, but groin and knee injuries significantly limited his production over the last two years.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2025
With such a stellar cast and a bucket list destination, the only thing that matters is that The White Lotus is back after a 26-month wait.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 16 Feb. 2025
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Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Her voice was stellar and much appreciated by millions.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
The veteran right fielder was stellar for the Mets in 2022, the first year of his four-year pact, but groin and knee injuries significantly limited his production over the last two years.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2025
With such a stellar cast and a bucket list destination, the only thing that matters is that The White Lotus is back after a 26-month wait.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 16 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stellar
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The size of a celestial object in the night sky depends on both its physical size and — just as importantly — its distance from the observer.—
Darryl Seligman,
Space.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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On Friday and Saturday nights between March and November resident astronomer and star wonk Brad Hoehne hosts entertaining celestial programs using the park’s high-powered telescope.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside Online,
24 Feb. 2025
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Alabama got 24 points from Mark Sears and had excellent defensive stretches but couldn’t finish.—
Joe Rexrode,
The Athletic,
2 Mar. 2025
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More Deebo Samuel news: 49ers Send Star WR Deebo Samuel to Commanders in Blockbuster Trade Samuel will take his talents to the nation's capital and look to take the Commanders to the next level after an excellent year for the young Washington team.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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That team is gearing up for New Horizons' crossing of the termination shock, one of the key outer boundaries between our heliosphere and interstellar space, Poppe told Space.com.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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The physical limitations of modern spacecraft pose significant challenges for reaching interstellar space in a human lifetime, especially with limited room onboard for carrying propellant or batteries.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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Just look at the terrific films and stars left standing, shut out.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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And Kieran Culkin is the highlight of the piece, absolutely terrific in a mercurial and emotional role, and the Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild winner is the clear favorite to win best supporting actor.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2025
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The filings by prosecutors on Tuesday show that Maani would be the star witness, testifying about the meeting at Steak 48 and others with Jones and Sandoval at Gibsons Steakhouse later that summer.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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The star was joined by co-star Melanie Bokata, U.S. cinematographer Ronny Law, writer Kevin Dwyer and producer-director Hamed Mobasser as the Rumba Royale team lifted the lid on the project.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2025
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One pole of the action is the Green Dolphin Hotel, where Hezekiah and Alec finally find a place to land, and where Hezekiah’s ability to speak Chinese, a legacy from a Chinese grandmother, endears him to the proprietor, Mr. Lao (Jason Tobin, quiet and wonderful); some Elephants are around as well.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Parker Hall The Best MagSafe Accessories for Your New iPhone The weird, wonderful world of MagSafe accessories can make your smartphone feel modular.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
20 Feb. 2025
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Bring in the right kind of impactful support again and finally receive more starry performances from the likes of Matthews, Marner and Nylander, and the Leafs might finally be able to realize their championship goal or come a lot closer, anyway.—
Jonas Siegel,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Charles Finch & Chanel Pre-BAFTA Party A fixture of BAFTA weekend, the very exclusive (and typically very starry) dinner and dancing shindig at 5 Hertford St. is co-hosted by Finch in partnership with Chanel to celebrate film and fashion.—
Nancy Tartaglione,
Deadline,
15 Feb. 2025
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Viticulture here is organic, the wines themselves offer superb structure and typicity.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Mary Elizabeth Williams, a soprano with a strong lower extension, was mesmerizing in the title role, her superb diction giving emotional edge to a sometimes wooden text.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Stellar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stellar. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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