A star
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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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 of BBC show Gladiators has announced the death of his son days after he was born prematurely.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2025
A star — and one of the great movie partnerships — was born.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2024
A star never before seen became brighter than any star in the sky.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
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