the moon
noun
variants
or the Moon
: the large round object that circles the Earth and that shines at night by reflecting light from the sun
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Strange experiences prompt you to self-isolate as the moon clashes with Neptune.
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USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
And while space tourism is one thing, mining and colonization of the moon and asteroids is another.
—Lane Sainty, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
Just try not to overcommit, as Mercury in Sagittarius has a habit of promising the moon, but following through can be a different story.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
Bernhard’s original letters and stills from her video will also make their way to the moon.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2024
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USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
And while space tourism is one thing, mining and colonization of the moon and asteroids is another.
—Lane Sainty, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
Just try not to overcommit, as Mercury in Sagittarius has a habit of promising the moon, but following through can be a different story.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
Bernhard’s original letters and stills from her video will also make their way to the moon.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for the moon
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“The moon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20moon. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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