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Hourglasses

Description:

Hourglasses are ancient timekeeping devices consisting of two glass bulbs connected by a narrow neck and filled with sand or fine particles that flow from the upper bulb to the lower over a specific duration. They have been used for centuries to measure time precisely in various activities and are now often used as decorative objects.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The hourglasses on the shelf counted down the remaining time until the meeting.
2. He flipped the hourglass over and watched as the sand trickled down.
3. Hourglasses were commonly used by ancient sailors to estimate the duration of their shifts.

Adjective:

1. We admired the ornate hourglass-shaped pendant hanging from her neck.
2. The elegant hourglass figure of the model perfectly showcased the designer's dress.
3. She seemed to have an hourglass waistline, which accentuated her curves.

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