Stunning PHOTOS of Moon! Supermoon graces skies worldwide

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When there is a full moon and at the same time the moon closer to Earth than usual, then it is called a supermoon. The closer proximity to Earth can make the moon appear slightly bigger and brighter. July 14’s full moon was the “Buck moon” — a reference to the time of year when new antlers are growing on male deer, or bucks. Let us take a look at some of the stunning photos from across the world: 2/8

A plane passes in front of a full moon in Milwaukee. (AP Photo)

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Supermoon seen in the sky over New Delhi. (PTI Photo)

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Full moon known as “Buck Moon” is seen behind a lighthouse in Saint-Nazaire, France. (Reuters Photo)

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A full Supermoon known as the “Buck Moon” rises over the New York City skyline. (Reuters Photo)

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Supermoons occur when a full moon is within 90 per cent of perige or the point where the moon is closest to Earth in its orbit. (PTI Photo)

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A full moon rises over the New York City skyline, as seen from Weehawken, New Jersey, U.S. (Reuters Photo)

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The closer proximity to Earth can make the moon appear slightly bigger and brighter. (Reuters Photo)