apsis

"Earth reaches its perihelion in early January, making that time of year when our planet is closest to the Sun. "

"Astronomers use telescopes to study planets and stars. "

"The water from the leaky faucet streamed down the wall. "

"The face of the cliff had many projections that were big enough for birds to nest on."

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"Please direct your attention to the following words."

"Earth reaches its aphelion, the point farthest from the sun, in early July. "

"From Moscow, the distance is relatively short to Saint Petersburg, relatively long to Novosibirsk, but even greater to Vladivostok."

"The tadpole changed into a frog.   Stock prices are constantly changing."

"The astronomer pointed out the elliptical galaxy in the night sky. "

"Sunlight on the skin gives you vitamin D."

"The desk lamp is illuminating my textbook so I can study better. "