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Recent Examples of papule
More papules emerge as blisters burst, prolonging the torment.
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Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
May Be Useful in Acne Treatment People with acne often have lowered serum zinc levels, and both oral and topical zinc have been found to reduce the prevalence of inflammatory papules, both when used as monotherapy and as a supplemental therapy.5
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—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
May Be Useful in Acne Treatment People with acne often have lowered serum zinc levels, and both oral and topical zinc have been found to reduce the prevalence of inflammatory papules, both when used as monotherapy and as a supplemental therapy.5
4.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for papule
Noun
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This pressure forces the material upward, creating a shallow blister on the surface.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
31 May 2026
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Cabrera will test his blister with an extended bullpen session Sunday, the same day Boyd will begin his rehab stint with Triple-A Iowa.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2026
Noun
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In animals, the bacterium causes pustules and lesions, predominantly in cattle, sheep, and horses.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
11 May 2026
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Rust: Easily identified by orange pustules on the undersides of leaves, often accompanied by faint yellow or orange spots on the upper surfaces.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
Noun
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After debuting at Coachella as an off-grounds festival experience and content playground replete with a claw machine, balloon darts, mini burgers and colorful popsicles in promotion of the brand’s Spotwear pimple patches, Rhode World will travel throughout North America and Europe this summer.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Vogue,
1 June 2026
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Thabi Hlela of African Alabaster Botanical Skincare uses marula and shea butter in formulations that have cleared pimples and reversed early aging signs in customers who had tried pharmaceutical alternatives.—
Lisa Curtis,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Monitor for curfew and boil-water-order notices.—
Michelle Marchante
Updated May 27,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 seconds while whisking.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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