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also astronomic
as in enormous
unusually large
a googol is an astronomical number, and the whimsical coinage of the name was intended to suggest that fact
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Recent Examples of astronomical
There are several astrological and astronomical happenings taking place in the three-month span that are sure to make our hearts bloom.
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Skyler Caruso, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Just us, our evolutionary heritage, and our meager astronomical observations.
—ArsTechnica, 26 Mar. 2025
These expert picks start at just $8 at Amazon and could potentially save your life — or at the very least, save you serious money on astronomical ambulance and hospital bills.
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Financially, the damages from this could be astronomical.
—Madeline Leung Coleman, Vulture, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astronomical
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The enormous brown shape offered a perfect broadside target.—
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Even with Hollywood’s diminished state in China, the film business is one sector where the U.S. maintains a sizable trade surplus with its geopolitical rival, as Chinese films, despite their enormous earnings in the home market, have made little headway with mainstream North American moviegoers.—
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The fallout from that would be immense.—
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Yes, Brandon Carlo’s ability to snuff out the Lightning’s transition game the next night was immense.—
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The cooling effect altered oceanic circulation patterns, leading to stronger thermohaline currents that further distributed cold water across the globe.—
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The theme now lends to the intimate cantina vibe with the roots of an oceanic eatery, providing locals with the flavors and ambience of a beachside getaway.—
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“Astronomical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astronomical. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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