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moon

Definition for moon

noun as in earth' s satellite

verb as in dream about; desire

Strong matches

daydream, idle, languish, mope, pine, yearn

Weak match

waste time

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Example Sentences

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This is thanks to the new moon, which cuts down on natural light — though unfortunately not L.A.’s widespread light pollution.

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Saturn's largest moon has long fascinated researchers because its evolution could shed light on the early chemical processes that once shaped our own planet.

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"I'm over the moon and it gives me the opportunity to build a legacy for myself here, move forward and build this club to where we want to be," Pickford said.

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I was born on an eclipse and a full moon.

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One piece depicts the moon, its surface pockmarked by craters.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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