beach ball

British

noun

a large light brightly coloured ball for playing with on a beach

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The subsequent 15-month consolidation resembles a potential “beach ball held underwater” type breakout, suggesting the possibility for a powerful move if resistance gives way.

From Barron's

Toughest assignment: It was engraving a globe-shaped trophy for the New York Yacht Club that was the size of a beach ball.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the season premiere, Elmo gets upset when Rosita’s beach ball knocks over his block tower.

From Los Angeles Times

Schulz introduced him by having Franklin return Charlie Brown’s wayward beach ball one day by the sea.

From Seattle Times

He said they ranged in size from "maybe the size of a dinner plate to maybe a beach ball - there were really some good-sized ones".

From BBC

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