celestial body
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One theory for the origin of the Martian moons -- the "giant impact" hypothesis -- is that they formed after a celestial body collided with Mars.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
But parts of the rocket are shed in space and remain there, stuck in orbit unless they eventually collide with another celestial body.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
Krupp said it’s not certain whether 2003 EH1 is indeed a meteor or a “dead comet,” which means the celestial body has lost its volatile ice and gas that create the glowing tail.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 2, 2025
“The placement of human remains on the moon is a profound description of this celestial body revered by our people.”
From New York Times ● Jan. 7, 2024
We are, it appears, ready to begin getting in touch with Ceti, and with any other interested celestial body in more remote places, out to the edge.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
