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Recent Examples of pimple
Research suggests that pimple patches aren't effective on cystic acne, pustules, or blackheads.
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Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2025
Researchers have created a two-stage pimple patch set with an array of tiny spikes that grab onto the pimple and deliver antibacterial or anti-inflammatory compounds.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
This CeraVe acne cleanser is best for acne-prone skin—a major concern for teens—and helps clear away pimples and blackheads.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025
Castilla recommends benzoyl peroxide for pimples that appear red and inflamed.
—Khanh T.l. Tran, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
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Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2025
Researchers have created a two-stage pimple patch set with an array of tiny spikes that grab onto the pimple and deliver antibacterial or anti-inflammatory compounds.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
This CeraVe acne cleanser is best for acne-prone skin—a major concern for teens—and helps clear away pimples and blackheads.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025
Castilla recommends benzoyl peroxide for pimples that appear red and inflamed.
—Khanh T.l. Tran, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pimple
Noun
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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
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Cook, undisturbed, until the tomatoes start to blister on the bottom.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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
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Research suggests that pimple patches aren't effective on cystic acne, pustules, or blackheads.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Tensions between the world’s two economic superpowers have been on a boil this year.—
Kevin Breuninger,Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
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Bring stock or broth to a boil in a 5-quart saucepan; stir in rice and cook, covered, at a gentle simmer, for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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It’s formulated with benzoyl peroxide and boasts antimicrobial properties that clear zits and prevent future breakouts.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
10 Oct. 2025
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Property without zits or opinions.—
Betty Gilpin,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Oct. 2025
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
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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 7 Nov. 2025.
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