as in projections
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
the tree trunk had several mossy protuberances where branches had once grown
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Recent Examples of protuberances
In the far distance lies the Pacific Ocean, and beyond that, featureless protuberances labeled Japan, Russia and China.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2025
Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protuberances
Noun
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These projections estimate how many points each team would be expected to score and allow in a game against an average opponent at a neutral site.—
Austin Mock,
New York Times,
2 Sep. 2025
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This valuation seems justifiable given the company's robust growth, with consensus projections indicating a 43% revenue increase for FY'26 and a 19% rise for FY'27.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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They are covered in small protrusions, reminiscent of warts.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
22 Aug. 2025
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Improper footwear may cause or exacerbate bunions, protrusions of the big toe knuckles.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Shortly after their release in early 2023, some Ryzen 7000-series X3D chips were becoming physically deformed, developing bulges on the bottom that could permanently damage the CPU and bend the pins in the CPU socket.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
25 Aug. 2025
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Stay away from any watermelons that are shiny, unevenly shaped, or have visible damage, including bruises, cuts, soft spots, bulges, or lumps.—
Brittany Poulson,
Verywell Health,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Books were always one of my very favorite sections of the store.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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The building’s oldest sections date back to the 1840s, but most of the historic details were restored and renovated at the turn of the century by Onni Tarjanne (the architect behind the Finnish National Theatre).—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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It is filled with avant-garde architecture, domes and soaring silvery steel umbrellas to shield visitors from the heat.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Available in just about every color of the rainbow, the flower heads range from tight buttons and dense domes to soft, feathery blooms.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Emphasizing ruggedness and offering an open invitation to tackle dirt roads, the Bronco’s squared fenders, short overhangs, upright glass and knobby tires look more at home on mountain trails than valet lanes.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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The design draws on various traditional Vietnamese building principles, such as wide roof overhangs that protect facades from sun and rain, and cross-ventilation with openings on opposing walls to enhance airflow.—
Faye Bradley,
CNN Money,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Protuberances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protuberances. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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