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

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Recent Examples of pimple Scabies causes small, pimple-like skin bumps, which can be intensely itchy and uncomfortable. Carrie Madormo, Health, 10 Sep. 2025 Research suggests that pimple patches aren't effective on cystic acne, pustules, or blackheads. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2025 As for this new creation, human clinical trials confirmed the pimples completely disappeared after seven days of treatment, according to the team. Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025 Castilla recommends benzoyl peroxide for pimples that appear red and inflamed. Khanh T.l. Tran, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pimple
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Noun
  • The thick, cushioned sole keeps my feet cozy and blister-free, while the breathable fabric wicks moisture to prevent overheating on sunny hikes.
    Ariana Dickson, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Most patients have mild symptoms for seven to 10 days, which can include fever, sore throat, painful mouth sores that blister and a rash on the hands and feet, the CDC said.
    Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • 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
Noun
  • The jambalaya butter sauce is such a great combo with the shrimp boil—honestly, the butter alone is incredible—and the whole dish is much easier to execute in the oven without having to create a big boil pot.
    Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
  • Community officials have issued a precautionary boil water notice after a water main break led to a loss of pressure, posing a risk of contamination to the public water supply.
    Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • It’s formulated with benzoyl peroxide and boasts antimicrobial properties that clear zits and prevent future breakouts.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
  • Property without zits or opinions.
    Betty Gilpin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • 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

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“Pimple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pimple. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.

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