pearls

Example Sentences

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Before you envision Emily Post clutching her pearls at the thought of sneaking out without a proper goodbye, know that etiquette isn’t about rigidity—it’s all about context.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

The Taiwanese beverage, which blends black tea, milk, sugar, and chewy tapioca pearls, has spread worldwide since it first appeared in the 1980s.

From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026

But when she arrives at Iona’s apartment, Andie is shocked to see that a coiffed perm, light makeup, a sensible suit and a string of pearls have replaced her friend’s beehives and gelled spikes.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

"If I saw that face without the hairdo and pearls, would never guess who it was meant to be," another said.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

She had borrowed a string of pearls from Lillian and a pair of long white gloves from Paige Hedgepath.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy