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planetary

[plan-i-ter-ee] / ˈplæn ɪˌtɛr i /


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This event is known as a planetary conjunction.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

Roman, however, will search largely unexplored areas of the Milky Way, offering a much broader view of planetary systems across our galaxy.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

The planetary transit itself lasted about seven hours, much longer than the transits typically seen for hot Jupiters, which can last an hour or less.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Multiple planetary embryos emerge at roughly the same time and gradually evolve over millions of years into full planets.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

The antique lamp between them casts a planetary glow.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline




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