pebbles

Example Sentences

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And at the waterfall, snails that could easily be confused for pebbles slowly trudged along algae-covered rocks as Semple Run flowed by.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

But for more people every year, it also means spending $7.50 and a few hours on a bag of Rancho Gordo dried heirlooms and turning a bunch of pebbles into dinner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026

Meteors appear as glowing streaks when tiny bits of dust, pebbles, or rock burn up while entering Earth's atmosphere.

From Science Daily • Oct. 31, 2025

Over time, specks of dust collide and stick together, forming rocky pebbles.

From Space Scoop • Jul. 16, 2025

He reached down and, picking up a handful of pebbles, began to pitch them into the river.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan