goose bumps
plural noun
a rough condition of the skin, resembling that of a plucked goose, induced by cold or fear; horripilation.
goosebumps
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a variation of
goose bumps.
Example Sentences
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“It gives me goosebumps that people can still find something in common and work together,” McCarthy said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
I heard this kid — he was a kid at the time — at the Troubadour, just him and a guitar, and I got goosebumps.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
"The game itself was historic and we were so happy to be in the Azteca for that moment, I still get goosebumps," Vieyra said.
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
My head was hot, but my skin was covered in goosebumps and a cold layer of sweat, and I was feeling like I had to vomit.
From Slate ● Jun. 13, 2026
The man on the horse exuded coldness, bringing with him a wind that gave Anya goosebumps.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
