worlds
word · lemma: world
Definition
Plural of 'world'. It can mean planets like Earth, or different environments, areas of activity, or ways of life that feel separate from each other.
Usage & Nuances
Often used literally in science fiction or astronomy ('new worlds'), but also figuratively in phrases like 'different worlds' or 'the worlds of art and science'. In natural English, 'worlds apart' means completely different.
Example Sentences
That trip showed me there are whole worlds of food I've never tried.
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Scientists are looking for worlds beyond our solar system.
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The two children come from very different worlds.
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Books can open new worlds for young readers.
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On paper, our jobs sound similar, but in reality we're in completely different worlds.
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My grandparents' stories make their youth feel like one of those lost worlds.
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