How to Use pom-pom in a Sentence

pom-pom

noun
  • Glue the white pom-pom to the back of the egg for a tail.
    Annabelle Canela, Parents, 14 Mar. 2026
  • The fringe pom-poms add an extra fun touch.
    Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2026
  • No man needs to ever have a pom-pom in their hand.
    Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2025
  • Decorate with strips of felt for cuffs and pom-poms.
    Caylin Harris, Parents, 21 Dec. 2025
  • Attach the extra small pink pom-pom on top of the yarn whiskers for a nose.
    Annabelle Canela, Parents, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Attach the extra small pink pom-pom on top of the yarn whiskers for a nose.
    Annabelle Canela, Parents, 14 Mar. 2026
  • Finish by gluing on a pom-pom nose and pipe cleaner whiskers.
    Good Housekeeping Editors, Good Housekeeping, 23 Feb. 2023
  • Make this garland in warm autumn shades by crafting pom-poms from yarn.
    Shelby Deering, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2023
  • Make your own pom-poms with string, then hot-glue them to an embroidery hoop to form the base.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2023
  • The slender, bright, green leaves and purple pom-pom blooms have a mild onion flavor.
    Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Blooms range in size from a few inches tall to dramatic 4-foot pom-poms.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Make geometric patterns out of felt and add pom-poms for a playful look.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 13 July 2023
  • Add a bit more flair to the arrangement by scattering pom-poms around them.
    Country Living Staff, Country Living, 23 June 2023
  • To make, simply glue three white pom-poms together and add felt details.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2023
  • To make the acorns, brush glue onto the tops and attach a pom-pom, then attach to a wood napkin ring.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Hot-glue a pom-pom to the center of the circle to create the flower pistil.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Which are good to the very last scene, when Samantha shows up in a purple coat with pom-pom lining.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2025
  • Create a festive fall napkin ring by hot-gluing pom-poms and ribbon to the top of an acorn.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Special thanks to the audience, who kept the spirit alive by shaking pom-poms of their own.
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
  • The purse featured pom-poms, beads and a variety of other charms and keychains.
    Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
  • This tiny Christmas tree has a simple and modern feel thanks to the fringed garland and pink pom-pom decor.
    Grace Gallagher, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
  • This gauzy caftan with mini pom-poms at the hem is more than 50 percent off, and comes in white, black, and navy.
    Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2023
  • In its aftermath, Naylah darted through the hallway with a pair of white pom-poms.
    Peter Baugh, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
  • With flowers that resemble pom-poms, flossflower comes in soft blue, purple, pink, and white.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Directly in front of them, his toddler daughter was strapped into a stroller bike, wearing an adorable hat with pom-poms on it.
    Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024
  • As a cloudy sky threatened a downpour, the marching band played the school’s fight song, cheerleaders shook pom-poms, and a dance line sashayed.
    Linda K. Wertheimer, The New Republic, 30 May 2023
  • Repeat the process, slightly overlapping the previous row of pom-poms.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2023
  • Create a stunning fall wreath that combines natural elements with fun felt pom-poms.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025
  • The Swiss dot detailing is a charming touch, especially paired with the tiny pom-pom trim across the chest.
    Annie Blackman, InStyle, 3 July 2026
  • Cheery Pom-Poms Attach pom-poms to orange or painted pumpkins.
    Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 25 Aug. 2023

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