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Recent Examples of Synonyms for papules
Noun
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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 -
Research suggests that pimple patches aren't effective on cystic acne, pustules, or blackheads.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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In the rearview mirror, my reflection was dotted with fat, angry pimples, sweating and growing more aggressive in their itch.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Mar. 2026
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This year, Select editors got ahead of any surprise pimples by investigating the difference between skin purging and breakouts, researching the best over-the-counter topicals for teen acne, and asking dermatologists the best blackhead treatments for acne-prone skin.—
David Hickey,
NBC news,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That dream would eventually come true, but not without some bumps in the road.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
PEOPLE,
19 Apr. 2026
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Wherever creator Lee Sung Jin took the concept next, a bitter rivalry would presumably be its driving force, just as Wong and Yeun’s searing anti-platonic chemistry powered Season 1 through some tonal bumps and big swings.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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The soot becomes dust that covers humans and animals, producing festering boils.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
31 Mar. 2026
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Don’t be tempted to take an earlier exit, even though signs along I-10 will boast the finest boils in the state.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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Prosecutors alleged that from January 2018 through April 2022, the couple repeatedly beat their children with belts, leaving welts and causing bleeding at their home in Crawford County, Wisconsin, News 8 Now reported.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Temperature swings, from a hot shower or very cold air, may intensify or cause the formation of new welts.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Papules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papules. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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