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bowling ball

American

noun

a round, heavy ball for bowling, usually made of hard rubber or plastic, with holes drilled into it for the bowler's thumb and two fingers.

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bowling balls

plural

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bowling ball

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

While in space, the crew spoke of the surreal sights of our dusty, rugged natural satellite, appearing about the size of a bowling ball at arm’s length, suspended in the nothingness.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026

We see the former illustrated when a bowling ball strikes and the pins go flying while the ball continues on its way.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 12, 2026

The researchers use the comparison of a bowling ball flying through the air, which is not much affected by drag force, and a floating feather, which is highly dependent on it.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2025

What’s up with the bowling ball, Mr. Mac?

From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander

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