snow globe
noun
a clear glass or plastic ball containing a model scene, a clear liquid, and white flakes that settle like snow when the globe is shaken.
snow globes
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pluralof snow globe.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“Do you want a facility that makes snow globes or one that makes semiconductors?” asked White.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 18, 2026
At one of the stalls selling snow globes are locals Nemer and Leila Awad, who say the markets remind them of Europe.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2025
As a hobby during the pandemic, he bought a 3D printer and began making custom snow globes featuring the houses of loved ones.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 21, 2023
At one point Martin says, “We’re experience hunters,” capturing and hoarding incidents like little snow globes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2023
Souvenirs, like Las Vegas snow globes, cram the shelves, and plastic shields everything—the carpet, the lamps, even the TV.
From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio
