balloon

Example Sentences

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The temporary change in ownership is heralded by a giant orange orb the size of a hot-air balloon, adorned with the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Yes, the 1985 Steven Spielberg adventure, early in which Mikey, from his porch, opens the front gate for Chunk using a device that employs a bowling ball, bucket, balloon, chicken, football, and sprinkler.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Add in the extra amount in high-cost states like California and more miles, and expenses balloon from there.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 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 balloon had crashed right in the middle of the daffodils.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood