puff
noun
a short, quick blast, as of wind or breath.
has puffed
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present perfectof puff (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Tembu Ebere, who is crying non-stop for seven days, says he's experienced serious health issues, telling the BBC he has had headaches, a swollen face, went partially blind for 45 minutes and has puffed eyes.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2023
"But baby, daddy's knee has puffed up to a balloon, and I'm scared that we'll fall because I am, I am . . . I am old."
From Salon ● Jun. 2, 2023
Bake the casserole for 45 minutes, or until it has puffed and browned.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 19, 2021
The dough is ready to bake when it has puffed up, feels light and airy, and a gentle poke springs back very slowly.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2021
"I ain't as young as I used to be, and that walk has puffed me a good deal."
From Rod of the Lone Patrol by H. A. (Hiram Alfred) Cody
