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Those large red balls outside Target may look like decorations, but they actually serve an important safety purpose. Made from heavy concrete, they act as protective barriers designed to stop vehicles from reaching the store entrance if a driver accidentally loses control. Their bright red color also matches Target\u2019s branding, making them easy to recognize, while their size and location make them useful meeting points and landmarks. Although children may see them as something fun to climb on, these sturdy spheres are primarily there to protect shoppers, combining safety, branding, and convenience in one simple design.<\/p>\n

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