Etymology
Origin of pebbly
Example Sentences
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The pebbly scrap, which is no larger than a human fingernail, most likely belonged to an ancient reptile and provides rare insight into the evolution of skin.
From New York Times ● Jan. 11, 2024
As for the pebbly cookies, Trader Joe’s simply said it got a heads-up of “potential foreign material” by a supplier.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 28, 2023
In the middle, though, a stream rushes around elderberry trees growing out of pebbly islets, hinting at what the river might have looked like before Spanish settlers arrived.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2023
Sudanese nomads tap the pebbly, amber-colored gum from acacia trees, which is then refined and packaged throughout the country.
From Reuters ● Apr. 28, 2023
Now, standing barefoot in the pebbly sand, Gabe didn't feel brave.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
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