chiefly British
: a vote for only one candidate when two or more are to be elected to the same office
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
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—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026
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—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
The evidence of the cosmetic benefits of red light, like plumper, brighter skin, is more anecdotal.
—Brennan Kilbane, Allure, 15 Jan. 2026
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Because barrier function naturally declines with age, consistent use can help minimize irritation, improve moisture retention, and leave skin looking smoother and plumper.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
Masque On, Overnight Moisture Mask is a powerful sleep mask that works to hydrate, tighten and revitalize the skin for a plumper-looking, radiant complexion the next morning.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026
For softer, plumper, younger-looking hands, shop Robanda’s $15 Retinol Anti-Aging Hand Treatment at Amazon—and consider similar options, below.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
The evidence of the cosmetic benefits of red light, like plumper, brighter skin, is more anecdotal.
—Brennan Kilbane, Allure, 15 Jan. 2026
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“Plumper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plumper. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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plumper
noun
plump·er
ˈpləm-pər 
: an object carried in the mouth to fill out the cheeks
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