balloon

Example Sentences

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His proposal went over like a lead balloon.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The mum-of-two initially looked into the allurion gastric balloon, otherwise known as the gastric 'pill' balloon, but said was worried it may be a step too far and cost too much.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The balloon rises to as high as 121-thousand feet, three times as high as a commercial aircraft flies, before it explodes, sending the bag of film back down to earth.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The Re/Max holding company franchises brokerages around the world under the Re/Max brand, which is known for its hot-air balloon logo.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

And leaning out of a balloon in flight is never advisable.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood