Pronunciation: /ˈpɛbəl/
noun a small, smooth stone found on the beach or in a river
A1 I found a small pebble on the beach.
A2 She skipped a pebble across the water.
B1 The pebble got stuck in the tread of my shoe.
B2 The archaeologist discovered ancient pebbles used in tools.
C1 The artist used pebbles to create a mosaic masterpiece.
C2 The geologist studied the composition of the pebble to determine its origin.
verb not applicable
A1 She pebbles the ground with small rocks as she walks.
A2 The children pebbled the pond, creating ripples in the water.
B1 The artist pebbled the mosaic with colorful stones to create a beautiful design.
B2 The hikers pebbled the trail with markers to guide others on the path.
C1 The architect pebbled the courtyard with smooth stones for a modern aesthetic.
C2 The landscaper pebbled the garden with different colored stones to add visual interest.
adjective not applicable
A1 The pebble path was smooth and easy to walk on.
A2 She skipped a pebble across the water, watching it bounce before sinking.
B1 The pebble beach was a popular spot for collecting unique stones.
B2 The artist used pebble mosaics to create intricate patterns on the floor.
C1 The pebble effect on the wall gave the room a modern and stylish look.
C2 The pebble texture of the fabric added a subtle elegance to the dress.
adverb not applicable
A1 She walked slowly along the beach, picking up pebbles.
A2 The children skipped pebbles across the water, laughing and playing.
B1 He carefully arranged the pebbles in a circle around the campfire.
B2 The artist used pebbles to create a beautiful mosaic on the garden path.
C1 The geologist examined the pebble closely, noting its composition and origin.
C2 The river had smoothed the pebble over time, turning it into a perfectly round stone.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I found a pebble on the beach.
A2 She skipped a pebble across the water.
B1 The child picked up a pebble and put it in his pocket.
B2 As she walked along the riverbank, she picked up a smooth pebble.
C1 The artist used a pebble as a reference for his sculpture.
C2 The geologist identified the pebble as a rare mineral specimen.
preposition not applicable
A1 The pebble on the ground was small and smooth.
A2 She skipped a pebble across the water.
B1 He tripped over a pebble in the path.
B2 The child found a colorful pebble on the beach.
C1 The artist used a pebble to create a unique texture in the painting.
C2 The geologist studied the composition of the pebble to determine its origin.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I picked up a pebble and skipped it across the pond.
A2 She found a shiny pebble on the beach and put it in her pocket.
B1 The hiker stumbled over a pebble in the path and nearly fell.
B2 The children collected colorful pebbles to create a mosaic art piece.
C1 The geologist studied the composition of the pebble to determine its origin.
C2 The artist used the smooth pebble as a focal point in her sculpture.
interjection not applicable
A1 Pebble! That's a small stone.
A2 Pebble, watch your step so you don't slip.
B1 Pebble! I almost tripped on that.
B2 Pebble, why did you throw that at me?
C1 Pebble, please be careful with your words.
C2 Pebble, I appreciate your honesty but try to be more tactful.
article not applicable
A1 I found a small pebble on the beach.
A2 She skipped a pebble across the water.
B1 The children collected colorful pebbles to make a mosaic.
B2 The pebble caused a ripple effect in the pond when it was thrown.
C1 The geologist studied the composition of the pebble to determine its origin.
C2 The artist used a pebble as a tool to create intricate designs in the sand.
formal The geologist studied the composition of each pebble found along the riverbank.
informal I found a smooth pebble on the beach and decided to keep it as a souvenir.
slang Let's skip pebbles across the pond and see whose goes the farthest.
figurative Each pebble in the path represents a challenge we must overcome on our journey to success.
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