outer space
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of outer space
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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As the only standalone English track of the album, its lyrics speak of a situationship so suspended in uncertainty that Selines craftily matched it with the sonic sensation of floating into outer space.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
See also: Zuckerberg is following Musk’s lead with this ‘transformative step’ in outer space.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 28, 2026
The animated sequel from Universal and Illumination Studios tracks the adventures of Mario, Luigi and friends in outer space, where they must save Princess Rosalina.
From Barron's ● Apr. 5, 2026
Part of SpaceX’s recent AI strategy is a shift toward building data centers in outer space, where solar power is abundant and, Musk says, will eventually be cheaper than operating on Earth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 28, 2026
My mother used to always clown him, saying he was stuck somewhere between 1970 and outer space.
From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds
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