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bump - A small raised area on a surface or the body, often from an injury or irregularity.

There’s a bump on my arm where I got stung by a bee.

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roly-poly - (of a person) having a round, plump appearance

Santa Claus' jolly nature is due in part to his roly-poly body.

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garb - Clothing or dress, especially of a distinctive or special kind

The Amish are known for wearing their distinctive garb, which is a reflection of their old-fashioned values.

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blush - A reddening of the face as a sign of embarrassment or shame

One of the many emojis available features a smiling face with a blush to indicate receiving flattery.

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restrain - To physically or metaphorically prevent someone or something from moving, acting, or progressing.

The police officer had to restrain the crowd to prevent further chaos during the protest.

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fickle - Changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties, interests, or affection.

Tom's friends claimed he was being too fickle about what he wanted in a wife, but he was sure that Mrs. Right was just around the corner.

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converge - To come together from different directions and meet at a point.

The streams converge into a single river near the valley.

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puddle - A small, shallow pool of water, typically formed by rain or melting snow, that collects on the ground.

The kids couldn't resist jumping in the puddle, splashing water all over each other.

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trek - A long arduous journey, especially one made on foot

A trek through nature is a long yet very scenic form of exercise.

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protrude - To stick out or extend beyond a surface or boundary, often in an abnormal or noticeable way.

As they crossed the rope bridge, they looked at the design of the rocks around them that protruded from the mountain.

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dribble - A thin stream of liquid; a trickle

The dribble from the weakening rain shower created ripples on the ground.

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contiguous - Things that are next to each other along a common border.

California and Mexico have a coastline that is contiguous.