conch

Example Sentences

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Chipped conch shells and scattered bone whistles point to a musical ambience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Still, the queen conch is one of many vulnerable species not included on Mexico’s national endangered species list.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2023

Officers reported finding two empty conch shells next to a pot and an active fire.

From Washington Times • Nov. 22, 2023

To be held at a brand-new $300-million venue in the shape of a conch shell, the menu will feature Indian food with a special emphasis on millets, a grain the country has been promoting.

From Reuters • Sep. 6, 2023

Ralph thrust the conch into Jack's arms and sat down on the trunk.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding