meteor
Example Sentences
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It’s like a meteor coming from outer space and hitting you on the head.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Because of this, meteor showers can help astronomers uncover active asteroids and comets that might otherwise remain hidden.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
But meteor showers provide another powerful way to detect active objects in space.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
While the North East and Cumbria appeared not to be at the epicentre of the meteor shower, some persistent photographers managed to catch it nonetheless.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
Then I turn around and dive back down like a meteor.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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Vocabulary lists containing meteor
Over The Moon: Planetary Vocabulary
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Space Science (Astronomy) - Introductory
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