as in blister
a small, inflamed swelling of the skin a painful pimple on his back

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Recent Examples of pimple This loosening of dirt and excess oil allows for pimples and cystic acne to rise to the most surface level of the skin, encouraging a whitehead that'll take less time to clear up. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 28 Feb. 2025 Acne Acne is an inflammatory skin condition caused by sebum (oil), bacteria, and dead skin cells clogging pores, leading to pimples. Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 12 May 2025 Under no circumstances should picking at pimples be celebrated. Marci Robin, Allure, 31 Mar. 2025 In 2022, Church & Dwight acquired Hero Cosmetics, known for its pimple patches, for $630 million. Emma Sandler, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for pimple
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Noun
  • Tayma has severe recessive dystrophic EB, one of the most severe forms of Epidermolysis Bullosa, a genetic disorder that causes Tayma's skin to blister and scar.
    Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 12 June 2025
  • Cellulitis can cause a painful, red, tender, swollen rash that may blister and scab over.
    Korin Miller, SELF, 11 June 2025
Noun
  • Later in the growing season, rust pustules on the underside of the leaf can be orange and black.
    Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
  • Bites from these ants leave a painful sting that produces a red pustule that itches and burns, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2025
Noun
  • Season with a tablespoon of salt and bring the water to a boil.
    Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 18 June 2025
  • Bring to a boil then reduce to a gentle boil and cook until potatoes are soft or pierced easily with a fork, about 20-30 minutes.
    Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 16 June 2025
Noun
  • If your acne extends to your undereyes, this is an excellent pick, as vitamin E and caffeine can help cut down on puffiness and dark circles that underscore your zits.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 4 Apr. 2025
  • This super-concentrated spot corrector comprises 10% sulfur and lightly exfoliating glycolic acid and oil-controlling niacinamide, which dry out zits and prevent new ones from cropping up.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 5 May 2025
Noun
  • In individuals with a lighter skin tone, papules can appear red, but those with a darker skin tone may exhibit them in shades of brown, purple, or gray.5 Your healthcare provider may recommend a similar treatment, such as a topical steroid cream, for papules.6 3.
    Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 9 May 2025
  • 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, 1 May 2025

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“Pimple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pimple. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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