outer space
noun
: space immediately outside the earth's atmosphere
broadly
: interplanetary or interstellar space
Examples of outer space in a Sentence
a satellite in outer space
Is there life in outer space?
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These objects come from space missions designed to transport physical extraterrestrial samples from outer space to Earth.
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Brian Elbing, Discover Magazine, 11 June 2024
The book features an outer space theme and a story about finding home.
—Ashley Ziegler, Parents, 8 June 2024
The Present Giant ‘space claw’ to begin cleaning cosmic debris in 2025
The rush to clean up outer space has begun.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
His videos, known for their thorough research and high production quality, span thousands of years and all four corners of the globe, even exploring culinary experiences in outer space.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 24 June 2024
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Brian Elbing, Discover Magazine, 11 June 2024
The book features an outer space theme and a story about finding home.
—Ashley Ziegler, Parents, 8 June 2024
The Present Giant ‘space claw’ to begin cleaning cosmic debris in 2025
The rush to clean up outer space has begun.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
His videos, known for their thorough research and high production quality, span thousands of years and all four corners of the globe, even exploring culinary experiences in outer space.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 24 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for outer space
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“Outer space.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outer%20space. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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