pellet

Example Sentences

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Patrick Wilson plays one of the nervous teachers who have been issued pellet guns in anticipation of another attack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

The pieces appear to be part of a round plastic pellet that was filled with a pinkish powder.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

The resulting plastic pellet could then be removed every few dozen washes and thrown away with general waste.

From Science Daily • Dec. 22, 2025

It’s perfect for slow smoking on my Camp Chef pellet smoker before searing over a ripping fire to crisp up the skin and add that impeccable charred flavor to take things over the top.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

Uriah wrinkles his nose at his brother and puts the pellet gun away.

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth