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goose bumps

American  
[goos-buhmps] / ˈgusˌbʌmps /
Or goosebumps

plural noun

  1. a rough condition of the skin, resembling that of a plucked goose, induced by cold or fear; horripilation.

Etymology

Origin of goose bumps

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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"I got goose bumps when I first read the script," the British actress tells the BBC, adding she had five auditions for the role.

From BBC

All up and down Penelope’s arms, her skin turned to goose bumps.

From Literature

Penelope felt goose bumps prickle on the back of her neck.

From Literature

“I had goose bumps and thought, ‘This is what I love.’”

From Los Angeles Times

"I had a lot of goose bumps watching it."

From BBC

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