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Technical and metaphorical terms from astrological practice

relating to the zodiac or the band of constellations
“The zodiacal light glowed faintly on the horizon.”

relating to horoscopes or astrological predictions
“She dismissed his horoscopic warnings as superstition.”

rising in power or influence; dominant or superior
“The company was ascendant in the tech industry.”

directed or moving backward; reverting to an earlier state
“The policy was seen as a retrograde step for civil rights.”

relating to one's birth; native or innate
“She returned to her natal city after years abroad.”

the action of joining; a combination of events or circumstances
“A conjunction of factors led to the crisis.”

in contrast or conflict; facing directly across
“Their views were in complete opposition.”
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