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North Star

noun

Astronomy.

Polaris.

North Star

noun

another name for Polaris

North Star

See Polaris

North Star

A star positioned along the line in space that includes the axis (see also axis) of rotation of the Earth. For this reason, the star does not appear to move in the sky, but remains fixed above the North Pole.

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Locating the North Star is useful in navigation.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of North Star¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

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But as Lurie continued researching the neighborhood and its history, she knew she had to tell its story, even if using “The Great Gatsby” as her North Star proved problematic.

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McKinney, 32, told Salon that he wants the party to understand the “needs of everyday people” and for that to serve as its “North Star” in 2026 and beyond.

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One of these businesses, North Star BlueScope, has urged Trump to expand tariffs on steel and aluminium.

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“That was our North Star: �� is the reality of our lives and the people who work in Hollywood?”

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"Our North Star of dignity and respect for everyone, and our work to that end, will never waver."

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