Sagan

[ sey-guhn for 1; sa-gahn for 2 ]

/ ˈseɪ gən for 1; saˈgɑ̃ for 2 /

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noun

Carl (Edward), 1934–96, U.S. astronomer and writer.

Fran·çoise

[frahn-swaz], /frɑ̃ˈswaz/, Françoise Quoirez, 1935–2004, French novelist.

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Words nearby Sagan

sagacious, sagacity, Sagamihara, Sagami Sea, sagamore, Sagan, Sagarmatha, sag bag, sage, sagebrush, sage cock

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How to use Sagan in a sentence

For those like Sagan there are other possible options for immortality.
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If we are going to heed Sagan’s warning, however, we must be sure of the true reason for the library’s demise.
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When temps dip later in the afternoon, Sagan likes to move on to something a little stronger.
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The original series was as permeated through and through by Sagan, not just on the air, but off as well.
The New 'Cosmos' Reboot Marks a Promising New Era for Science|Lawrence M. Krauss|March 10, 2014|DAILY BEAST

But back when I was 13, Carl Sagan's excellent science and history miniseries was da bomb—and still is.
The Best TV Shows for Smart People|Vince Gilligan|August 18, 2010|DAILY BEAST
We did spot a lone journalism degree, earned by Akamai's CEO, Paul Sagan.
Tech's 29 Most Powerful Colleges|Thomas E. Weber|May 3, 2010|DAILY BEAST
As the late Carl Sagan might have said, Trillions upon trillions….
The Wall Street Journal's Trillion-Dollar Error|Christopher Buckley|January 14, 2009|DAILY BEAST
Probably the priestly functions were carried on by a substitute for the high-priest, under the name of Sagan.
History of the Jews, Vol. I (of 6)|Heinrich Graetz
I am glad to find that some of my old friends, especially Count Sagan, have not forgotten me,' he said simply.
A Modern Mercenary|Kate Prichard and Hesketh Vernon Hesketh-Prichard
Madame de Sagan could have answered your question—had you cared to ask it,' the girl said.
A Modern Mercenary|Kate Prichard and Hesketh Vernon Hesketh-Prichard
Madame de Sagan's blue eyes glanced up into Rallywood's face as her fingers touched his breast.
A Modern Mercenary|Kate Prichard and Hesketh Vernon Hesketh-Prichard
Madame de Sagan's little trill of laughter was not quite so childish and irresponsible as usual.
A Modern Mercenary|Kate Prichard and Hesketh Vernon Hesketh-Prichard

British Dictionary definitions for Sagan

Sagan

/ (French saɡã̃) /

noun

Carl (Edward) 1934–96, US astronomer and writer on scientific subjects; presenter of the television series Cosmos (1980)

Françoise (frã̃swɑːz), original name Françoise Quoirez . 1935–2004, French writer, best-known for the novels Bonjour Tristesse (1954) and Aimez-vous Brahms? (1959)

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