orbs

NOUN

globe

Synonyms

STRONGEST

sphere

STRONG

ball circle eye lamp ring round

WEAK

rondure

Example Sentences

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Witnesses described seeing "green orbs, discs and fireballs" dating as far back as 1948, the files show.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The Pentagon released scores of UFO files on Friday with descriptions of reported sightings of orbs, discs and fireballs spanning 80 years.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Let’s pause here to clarify: The colorful parts of a poinsettia aren’t really flowers; those are the tiny yellow and red orbs in the center of the plant.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

At the event, tech workers, influencers and even California Gov. Gavin Newsom and San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie wandered in and out of a large building filled with orbs, refreshments and entertainment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2025

Ella skipped under a massive live oak that grew out of the center, its ancient arms a canopy of wind chimes, blue glass bottles, and shimmering orbs.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton