A star
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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A star pass rusher or another top pass catcher being two options, but instead the Rams used that selection on a player who in all probability will not see the field at all in 2026.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
A star quarterback fizzles, a new hire doesn’t work out—and so it’s back to the basics.
From Barron's • Dec. 12, 2025
A star is someone who is in my face, because I want them to challenge me in different ways.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025
A star last season at Crean Lutheran, his transfer to Santa Ana Calvary Chapel to join his coach and father didn’t work out, so Plan B was enrolling at Santa Margarita.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2024
A star appeared behind them and was momentarily eclipsed by some movement.
From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding
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