soap bubble

"Soap bubbles" are popular in both recreational activities and scientific studies due to their delicate and colorful nature.

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Definition

A2General

(common)A thin, hollow sphere formed by a film of soapy water, often showing rainbow colors.

Example

  • The children chased the soap bubble across the yard.

B2Figurative

(figurative)Something that looks appealing but lacks substance or durability.

Example

  • His promises turned out to be nothing more than a soap bubble.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "soap bubble":

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