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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They were so soulful — I just got goosebumps.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
“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
"We were just looking at each other with a big smile, goosebumps," he said.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 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
Despite the heat, goosebumps race up my arms.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
