helium balloon

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a balloon filled with helium gas, which makes it float

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  • We bought dozens of colourful helium balloons for the children's party.
  • A single red helium balloon was tied to the birthday gift.
  • She watched the helium balloon float up until it was just a tiny dot in the sky.
  • A helium balloon rises because the gas inside is lighter than air.
  • The clown handed each child a brightly coloured helium balloon.
  • By the next morning, the helium balloon had started to deflate and sink.
  • Helium balloons are often used in scientific experiments to carry instruments into the atmosphere.
  • How long does a typical helium balloon stay inflated?
  • He accidentally let go of the string, and his helium balloon drifted away.
  • The parade featured a giant character-shaped helium balloon that towered over the crowd.