balsa

Example Sentences

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Mindy, who takes to a balsa Hobie as easily as Carol once did, has bigger plans.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 3, 2023

“Going through my brain were suitable expletives. I hit the brakes, by which time it was too late, it was like balsa wood flying absolutely everywhere.”

From New York Times • Dec. 25, 2022

The roomy interior was cooled by dry ice, with a single headlamp and a crush zone of balsa wood installed in front.

From Slate • Aug. 2, 2022

He laid out the physics hurdles of such an epic voyage and even crafted a prototype spacecraft from poster board, balsa wood, and Elmer’s glue.

From Science Magazine • Jul. 27, 2022

“You know, balsa wood would be perfect for the seesaws—it’s really easy to cut. I think my dad might even have some.”

From "When You Reach Me" by Rebecca Stead