How to Use seashell in a Sentence

seashell

noun
  • And of course, the seashells are part of that case.
    NBC news, 3 May 2026
  • Navy, blue, white, and cream with seashells should do the trick.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 1 July 2024
  • But the two share a delight in a seashell brought back from the beach.
    oregonlive, 4 Jan. 2022
  • Soft green walls and a seashell lamp make the space relaxed and beachy.
    Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
  • Then use a hot glue gun to attach a band of tiny seashells around the shirt.
    Amina Lake Abdelrahman, Good Housekeeping, 23 Oct. 2018
  • Earth and turf aromas, as well as seashells and red cherries.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
  • And it’s all based on that single seashell image.
    Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Kids can build sand sculptures and dig for seashells at an indoor beach.
    Amy Schwabe, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2020
  • Ovos moles are shaped like seashells, with a filling of egg yolk and sugar.
    Carmen Rosy Hall, Vogue, 16 May 2018
  • Give life to an old picture frame with some seashells for a charming, beachy look.
    Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2025
  • Fill up your seashell cups and break out the mother-of-pearl dishes for caviar.
    Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 21 Feb. 2025
  • This design features pearls, starfish, seashells, and foam.
    Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 24 May 2026
  • Where conifers grow along the coasts, even seashells sometimes get blown into the goop.
    Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Feb. 2025
  • Look ahead to summer with this short set, which glows like the inside of a seashell.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 May 2026
  • Including seashells, ear cuffs, and more.
    Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 24 May 2026
  • The set is made of pom fabric and has adorable seashell detailing.
    Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • On the wall, a pair of merpeople wore nothing but seashells.
    Anna Russell, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
  • The pink and white version is seashell-themed, while the mint and white version is palm tree-themed.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
  • On the table, a vase is filled with seashells that look like tiny ballet slippers.
    Angela Roberts, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2024
  • Her bright orange, midi-length skirt showcased a gold clasp with a seashell on it.
    Eliza Huber, refinery29.com, 10 June 2021
  • This linen mini dress fits the vibe with a fun orange color and a beach-ready seashell print.
    Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
  • Her garbs are made from organic items, ranging from seashells to eggshells and stick and stones.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2019
  • Her garbs are made from organic items, ranging from seashells and eggshells to stick and stones.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2019
  • Shelling, also known as beachcombing, is strolling along the seashore in search of seashells.
    Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 24 July 2025
  • The tiny creature was made from a real seashell, doll shoes, a spot of clay and a googly eye.
    Selome Hailu, Variety, 24 June 2022
  • The sweet bread roll is airy but sturdy, while the seashell-like topping has a little crunch to it.
    Serena Maria Daniels, CNN, 23 Mar. 2023
  • Barnett begins this paean to the seashell with a description of how they are made.
    New York Times, 19 May 2021
  • Similar to seashells, sand from the beach or a wedding can be tricky to display.
    Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2024
  • Scientists were fortunate to find the cod bones in mounds full of seashells.
    Yereth Rosen, Anchorage Daily News, 4 Aug. 2017
  • The theater also amplifies the sound of the ocean, like a seashell held up to the ear.
    Charlotte Collins, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024

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