gnome

Example Sentences

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His marching orders came straight from his wife, which is why that gnome won’t go up on eBay—at not least for now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Shortly afterwards MacIntyre, who declined to speak to the media, posted a picture on his Instagram account of a gnome resembling himself with an extended middle finger.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The official price of the gnome is $59.50.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

When asked what lay in store for the Masters gnome Augusta chairman Fred Ridley was coy in his response.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The wind howled outside in the blackness and Freddie, looking like a gnome, flashed his gold teeth.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison