snow globe

noun

: a sphere usually made of glass containing a miniature scene and flakes suspended in a clear liquid that give the appearance of snow falling onto the scene when the sphere is shaken

At the gift shop around the corner, you can buy giant panda oven mitts, hand towels, snow globes, decorative plates and change purses, among many other items.—

David Rowell

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Sometimes, these storms go global, turning the red planet into a dusty version of a snow globe. —

Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 This year, personalize your own glittery creation by learning how to make a snow globe yourself. —

Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024 The carousel also included a photo of the 45-year-old holding onto a large snow globe as well as throwback photos from other Christmas displays over the years. —

Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024 An impressive structure reminiscent of a snow globe on Sweet Bird North Plaza in Miami’s Design District is now on display until Jan. 7, paying tribute to founder Guccio Gucci. —

Luisa Zargani, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for snow globe