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Recent Examples of pimple
Consider your burgeoning pimples and accompanying redness, minimized.
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Sarah Han, Allure, 25 Apr. 2025
In a world where teens proudly wear pimple patches out in public, having my older teen wear these wasn’t an issue.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 24 June 2025
Pimple patches aren’t very effective at treating deeper, cystic pimples or blackheads.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 20 June 2025
These types of pimples or bumps are also often a sign of something more severe going on and typically require medical grade care to treat.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 12 June 2025
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Sarah Han, Allure, 25 Apr. 2025
In a world where teens proudly wear pimple patches out in public, having my older teen wear these wasn’t an issue.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 24 June 2025
Pimple patches aren’t very effective at treating deeper, cystic pimples or blackheads.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 20 June 2025
These types of pimples or bumps are also often a sign of something more severe going on and typically require medical grade care to treat.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pimple
Noun
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Some key features include: high arches, supportive heel cups for improved balance, gel insoles that contour to each unique foot shape, and cushiony posts that don’t create blisters between the toes.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
11 July 2025
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One reviewer with the latter confirmed that even after miles of walking, the shoes don’t rub or cause any blisters.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Folliculitis refers to the bacterial or fungal infection of the hair follicle that can lead to redness or pustules centered around the hair follicle.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Later in the growing season, rust pustules on the underside of the leaf can be orange and black.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Gradually stir in milk or cream until simmering mixture boils and thickens.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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Guests will get a seafood boil with lobster, shrimp, sausage, and more, along with family-style sides and special desserts.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
Noun
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So many zits that not even 19 packets of Starface patches will help.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2025
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Find something packed with salicylic acid to reduce zits.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
13 June 2025
Noun
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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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May Be Useful in Acne Treatment People with acne often have lowered serum zinc levels, and both oral and topical zinc have been found to reduce the prevalence of inflammatory papules, both when used as monotherapy and as a supplemental therapy.5 4.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
1 May 2025
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“Pimple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pimple. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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