asterisk
noun
a small starlike symbol (*), used in writing and printing as a reference mark or to indicate omission, doubtful matter, etc.
asterisks
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pluralof asterisk.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The funny thing is, though, that nowadays, surveying 10 people about those questions could easily return 10 different answers, or responses rife with caveats and asterisks.
From Salon ● Oct. 11, 2026
Some are even putting asterisks next to the champions.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2025
Also, his estimate arose from abstruse economic formulas and lots of magic asterisks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2025
With several asterisks, qualifications and caveats, Mickey Mouse in his earliest form will be the leader of the band of characters, films and books that will become public domain as the year turns to 2024.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 14, 2023
There are asterisks next to my name and footnotes that explain the situation.
From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson
