Example Sentences

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I felt my armpits dampen when my boss called me into his office.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

And what most people remember about their performance is that Paula Cole didn’t shave her armpits, resulting in months of fodder for late-night comedians.

From Salon • Sep. 23, 2025

A well-known deodorant brand has apologised after some of its roll-on products reportedly left customers with itchy, burning armpits.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025

My face flushed red and I started sweating, damp spots emerging under my armpits and on my chest.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2025

“Yeah,” I said, fanning my sweaty armpits and waiting for the ground to swallow me up.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez