outer space

NOUN

the universe

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cosmos

WEAK

celestial spaces cosmic space deep space empty space ether space infinite space infinity intercosmic space intergalactic space interplanetary space interstellar space metagalactic space ocean of emptiness pressureless space the heavens the void the void above

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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

See also: Zuckerberg is following Musk’s lead with this ‘transformative step’ in outer space.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Their meeting was quickly interrupted by a message in the Microsoft Teams chat flagging that Nutella was in outer space.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Despite my penchant for outer space films and my affinity for Gosling’s work, the millennial cringe of it all left a bitter taste in my mouth.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

This is the first I’ve heard Russ talk about outer space since we watched the space shuttle launch on my roof to mark his birthday.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick

outer space

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