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awe

[aw] / ɔ /




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Artemis II astronauts expressed awe on Saturday over their record-setting lunar flyby mission, urging unity on Earth after witnessing the planet's isolation like a "lifeboat" in space.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

She hardly shares the same flare for the dramatic, or the desire to shock and awe the press, as her husband.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

While we all need periodic reminders that pierce through the monotony and horrors of the day, awe of nature and our fragile existence being paramount, we also need reminders that a better future is possible.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

The free, donation-based marine educational center is home to swell sharks, sea urchins, jellyfish and more that will leave visitors of any age in awe.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

They were full of awe, and even fear.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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