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as in protruding
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the curtains in the open windows billowed in the summer wind
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Recent Examples of billowing
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 May 2026
Dramatic video recorded by a mountain guide near the crater of Mount Dukono showed a massive column of smoke and ash billowing above the volcano.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Video shows clouds of smoke billowing with dozens of ambulances and fire trucks at the scene.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 6 May 2026
Video from the scene posted by state police showed a white cloud billowing from the facility.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 5 May 2026
Sunday dove right into seasonal florals in a strapless pink and lilac gown with a billowing bodice.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Israeli warplanes have unleashed an intense barrage of strikes on the southern town of Nabatiyeh, sending giant plumes of black smoke billowing over the regional hub of southern Lebanon.
—Yarden Segev, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
From the billowing sleeves to the knee-high slit, every inch of Blanchett's dress was designed to bring the drama.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Verb
The ensemble included a billowing white coat with a high neckline collar and a coordinated chapeau with birdcage netting.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 May 2026
Dramatic video recorded by a mountain guide near the crater of Mount Dukono showed a massive column of smoke and ash billowing above the volcano.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Video shows clouds of smoke billowing with dozens of ambulances and fire trucks at the scene.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 6 May 2026
Video from the scene posted by state police showed a white cloud billowing from the facility.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 5 May 2026
Sunday dove right into seasonal florals in a strapless pink and lilac gown with a billowing bodice.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Israeli warplanes have unleashed an intense barrage of strikes on the southern town of Nabatiyeh, sending giant plumes of black smoke billowing over the regional hub of southern Lebanon.
—Yarden Segev, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
From the billowing sleeves to the knee-high slit, every inch of Blanchett's dress was designed to bring the drama.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for billowing
Adjective
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Like each previous year, a rolling promotional video, showcasing the achievements of China’s film industry, played on the large screen at the pavilion and captivated many attendees.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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With waterfalls and lush rolling hills, its landscape is at once jagged and stunning, enough to rival that of the more-popular Bora Bora.—
Skyli Alvarez,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 May 2026
Verb
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Its panoramic views include the 25-metre lap pool below, the hills of Bandol across the sparkling cerulean water, and on the other side of the terrace, the rugged coastline with iconic Eagle Beak rock protruding from the distant horizon.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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According to court documents cited by Cleveland television station WJW, witnesses told investigators that Bryant was seen walking toward the Costco entrance with what appeared to be a drum magazine protruding from his pocket.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Before Sweets could be dressed and draped for surgery, the three feet of stick poking out of her body needed to be addressed.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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British politics in 2026 is a landscape of meh, with Farage’s grin poking over the horizon.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Another effective anti-swelling remedy is a delicious snack that may be hiding in the fridge.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But if the gland expands or droops, which is common with age, a portion of it can escape those confines, bulging out below the jawbone and appearing as a lump in the neck.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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Even casinos with bulging coffers have an upper limit.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Hilarious hormonal shifts that made my curly hair go wavy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
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Thanks to her thick hair and naturally wavy texture, Rosalía’s collarbone-length chop looks particularly full-bodied and voluminous.—
Mykenna Maniece,
Vogue,
8 May 2026
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“Billowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/billowing. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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