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Exploding Star That Becomes Much Brighter Crossword Clue
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SUPERNOVA which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SUPERNOVA
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SUPERNOVA" which means:
- noun
- • A star that explodes and becomes extremely luminous in the process
An example sentence would be:
- • "A supernova is the explosion of a star that becomes extremely bright and then gradually fades over a few weeks or months."
- • "The supernova emitted a tremendous amount of energy and sent shockwaves through space."
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| The Guardian Quick13 Dec 1999 | Down 6 | |
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