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three-star

American  
[three-stahr] / ˈθriˌstɑr /

adjective

  1. of or being a lieutenant general, as indicated by three stars on an insignia.


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In a three-star review, Metro's Charlotte Minter said, external said the TV show "won't hit the sweet spot for diehard fans" and was "lacking in uniqueness to justify being a prequel".

From BBC Jun. 30, 2026

Forced to sit out last season, Mpoyi developed into a three-star prospect while playing for All In Elite on the Under Armour circuit and in summer high school events.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 2, 2026

In a three-star review, the Irish Times's Donald Clarke noted that "the surprise for many will be how closely this supposed deconstruction sticks to the shape of Emily Brontë's original narrative".

From BBC Feb. 10, 2026

A spokesperson for Indiana confirmed to The Athletic that the former three-star recruit has entered the portal.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 20, 2026

There’s no way Mom would settle for a roadside motel or three-star resort.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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