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bumps

  • plural of bump.
  • present tense form of bump (3rd person singular).

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Bumps in the road could be expected, he said.

From New York Times • Jul. 1, 2022

The company consulted with a veterinary nutritionist, regulatory consultants and others to make sure the treats are safe and easy to digest, said Bumps, who is also a certified veterinary technician.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2021

Bumps were expected on the first day of an unprecedented school year, but some teachers and parents were left wondering why school systems were not more prepared.

From Washington Post • Aug. 30, 2020

After an unproductive morning in which five mediocre gospel songs were committed to tape, producer Bumps Blackwell called proceedings to a halt and, as legend has it, the musicians decamped to a nearby bar.

From BBC • May 9, 2020

Bumps enlarge on my chilled skin as I realize we will be coming back every Sunday.

From "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai