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Recent Examples of pimple
This CeraVe acne cleanser is best for acne-prone skin—a major concern for teens—and helps clear away pimples and blackheads.
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Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025
Recently, the mother of three noticed a pimple at the bottom right corner of her nose, near her nostril.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
The best face washes for acne-prone skin contain active ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to treat pimples.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 22 Aug. 2025
Scientists describe it as a pimple that looks ready to pop.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2025
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Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025
Recently, the mother of three noticed a pimple at the bottom right corner of her nose, near her nostril.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
The best face washes for acne-prone skin contain active ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to treat pimples.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 22 Aug. 2025
Scientists describe it as a pimple that looks ready to pop.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pimple
Noun
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Apply anti-itch cream like calamine lotion or hydrocortisone for open blisters.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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The Yankees have been adamant that Fried’s blister has nothing to do with his struggles.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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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
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Even worse, Neal later developed strange-looking face pustules, which were truly concerning.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Fill a pot with enough water to cover your egg or eggs by about an inch, and bring it to a boil.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Get the recipe > This seafood boil turns a simple meal into a celebration, with loads of spices, flavorful shrimp, crawfish, and sweet corn coming together in a fragrant, comforting, and slightly messy hands-on feast.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And don’t let zits bum you out.—
Josh Feldman,
NBC news,
14 Aug. 2025
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So many zits that not even 19 packets of Starface patches will help.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2025
Noun
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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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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
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“Pimple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pimple. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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