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plump

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adverb

as in straight
in a direct line or course there was a squirrel on the sidewalk plump in front of us

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plump

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noun

plump

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verb

as in to plop
to throw or set down clumsily or casually plumped herself down on the couch and turned on the TV

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Adjective
This lip gem is designed to smooth out wrinkles while creating a more plump, youthful finish. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024 By doing this, the fibers also go from flat to fluffy, making the cushions look much more plump. Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2024 Her ample backside pulls the fabric tight, outlining her rump right down to a dimple in one plump cheek. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 2 Oct. 2024 Beckham Hotel Collection Queen Pillows, $36 with coupon $60 $36 at Amazon Encased with a cotton cover and made from a down alternative filling, the pillows have a plump loft that feels like a wonderful combination of soft and slightly firm. Lindsey Greenfeld, People.com, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for plump 

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“Plump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plump. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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