Thesaurus results for PLUMPING

plumping

verb

present participle of plump

as in plopping

to throw or set down clumsily or casually plumped herself down on the couch and turned on the TV

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Recent Examples of plumping Laura Geller Champagne Spackle Skin-Perfecting Primer The Laura Geller Spackle Primer is a lightweight, skin-plumping makeup base that enhances and prolongs foundation wear. —

Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 12 June 2026 Keep scrolling to shop more Tula products on sale exclusively for PEOPLE readers, including glowy sunscreen, plumping lip treatments, and more. —

Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026 The formula has hyaluronic acid and aloe leaf extract for plumping hydration; marshmallow-root and green tea extracts for antioxidant protection; chamomile and cucumber flower extracts to soothe irritation; and niacinamide to brighten. —

Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026

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The ball appeared to land on the boardwalk outside the stadium before plopping into McCovey Cove.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 10 May 2026
The design is meant to be sleeker than just plopping in the lighting.

— Jim Radcliffe, Oc Register, 27 Feb. 2026