microcosmoses

noun

plural of microcosmos
as in microcosms

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  1. microcosms
  2. balls
  3. orbs
  4. spheres
Noun
  • In my writing, these spaces tend to act as microcosms for the bigger socio-political stage.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 July 2026
  • Jacksonville is a huge place with a lot of different microcosms.
    — Becky Wern, Florida Times-Union, 7 Mar. 2026
Definition of microcosms
Noun
  • The gym is a beautiful, modern space with plenty of machines, exercise balls, and room to stretch.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Pass the popcorn balls and give me Green Bay at home on a short week.
    — Bill Reinhard, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of balls
Noun
  • Props designer Sam Lancaster continues this motif by introducing several orbs in pivotal moments.
    — Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Considering that her designs—from the quirky and unmistakable totem collars to magic floating orbs and funky-fine rings—look like nothing else and immediately spark joy, Ashley Moubayed is keeping disco very much alive.
    — Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of orbs
Noun
  • That's the reason why a major trend in military spheres is to create counter-drone systems that are not only effective, but can be built cheaply and in vast numbers in a short time.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Soft jojoba spheres also provide a little physical exfoliation without the harsh scratchiness of traditional scrubs.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of spheres
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