Word Finder - bumps

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A light blow or jolting collision.

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The sound of such a collision.

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A protuberance on a level surface.

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A swelling on the skin caused by illness or injury.

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One of the protuberances on the cranium which, in phrenology, are associated with distinct faculties or affections of the mind. Also (metonymically) the faculty itself

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the bump of veneration; the bump of acquisitiveness

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The point, in a race in which boats are spaced apart at the start, at which a boat begins to overtake the boat ahead.

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The swollen abdomen of a pregnant woman.

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A post in an Internet forum thread made in order to raise the thread's profile by returning it to the top of the list of active threads.

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A temporary increase in a quantity, as shown in a graph.

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US presidential nominees get a post-convention bump in survey ratings.

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A dose of a drug such as ketamine or cocaine, when snorted recreationally.

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The noise made by the bittern; a boom.

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(preceded by definite article) A disco dance in which partners rhythmically bump each other's hips together.

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In skipping, a single jump over two consecutive turns of the rope.

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A coarse cotton fabric.

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A training match for a fighting dog.

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The jaw of either of the middle pockets.

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Music, especially played over speakers at loud volume with strong bass frequency response.

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To knock against or run into with a jolt.

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To move up or down by a step; displace.

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I bumped the font size up to make my document easier to read.

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To post in an Internet forum thread in order to raise the thread's profile by returning it to the top of the list of active threads.

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(of a superheated liquid) To suddenly boil, causing movement of the vessel and loss of liquid.

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To move (a booked passenger) to a later flight because of earlier delays or cancellations.

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To move the time of (a scheduled event).

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To pick (a lock) with a repeated striking motion that dislodges the pins.

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To make a loud, heavy, or hollow noise; to boom.

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To spread out material so as to fill any desired number of pages.

The thought brought goose bumps to her arms.

That was when she noticed the chill bumps on his arm.

I mean, it'll make the bumps go away after a few days, and it'll stop itching right now.

When the cheek bumps are strongly defined.

The impact of occupancy here brought no bluegrass, or other plant fitted to withstand the bumps and buffetings of hard use.

This will rest against your car to absorb any bumps helping your phone to stay in place in all conditions.

A flat finish hides flaws such as bumps and cracks since it does not reflect light.

The fourth boat rectified last year's lower boat debacle with four swift bumps, all within the minute.

The user moves a fingertip around a grid of raised bumps and the motion is tracked by the highlight on the screen.

Small bumps called papillae normally cover the tongue's upper surface.

Sometimes the skin will form tiny red bumps that don't blister, called " erythematous papules " .

Sounding dustier than ever Gil's cracked honey voice still possesses an urgency of spirit that can make goose bumps prickle on your back.

To avoid leaving any humps and bumps, you may finish off the job with the brush for a really pukka job.

The telltale unsightly lumps and bumps plague plus-sized soccer moms and bantamweight supermodels alike.

The tarmac driveways have low speed bumps with open access through the middle.

My parents ' road is a rat-run, so the council has decided to put speed bumps down it.

We will only see two small speed bumps in the powerbook this year.

With many more bumps in the first division than usual we were chasing 1st & 3rd trinity on the third night.

The long-throw woofer brings out the thumps and bumps that make listening to music, watching movies and playing games truly intense.

As he is giving alms to an old woman, he bumps into a quarrelsome corn-factor whose pocket-book spills onto the street.

I 'm now only using it once per day which I find is enough to keep the razor bumps at bay.

Forget speed cameras & concrete bumps, blockading oil refineries is by far the best traffic calming solution.

Power delivery is smooth and accessible, the interior is refined and comfortable and the ride is supple enough to soak up most bumps.

The long travel suspension arms are connected to independent oil-filled sprung dampers to soak up the bumps without affecting directional control.

In this case the crystals are seen as small bumps near the joints or on the outer side of the ear called tophi.

With many more bumps in the first division than usual we were chasing 1st & 3rd Trinity on the third night.

Then her normally smooth, little bottom is covered with angry, red welts or bumps.

Alternatively, a yeast diaper rash may appear as bright red, with raised bumps that can be found on the buttocks and genitals.

Check that the table surface is clean and free of bumps, tears and scratches, taut and smooth.

Carbon forks make for a lighter, smoother ride, because the carbon "gives" more on bumps.

Try to avoid purchasing walking shoes that have an excessive amount of bumps and grooves on the bottoms (i.e. look for walking shoes that are for the most part flat on the bottoms).

If you decide to take either bike out on a track, you will feel the difference of how the bike handles bumps, as well as how easy it is to pedal.

It provides a great finish and holds up well to bumps and scuffs.

While beginners only use the poles for balance, eventually, as you learn to ski bumps and steeps, you will need to use your pole to plant.

Those who like to ski moguls can try their skills on Barney's Bumps, which is located at the top of the Main Street trail.

Aspen is also famous for its steeps and bumps.

A more flexible boot provides more shock absorption for skiers who like to pound through the bumps, or need a more reactive boot in the trees.

This well known ski resort has some excellent steeps and bumps, but it is also known for its beautiful views.

If you are experiencing stress in your life and you see patches of pink or red bumps appearing on your body, you may be suffering from stress related hives.

Occasionally, there will be bumps in the road, and when those bumps arise, don't hesitate to talk to someone.

Pack your project very carefully in boxes and use bubble wrap, plastic peanuts or tissue paper to protect it from bumps along the way.

Tobacco can cause ugly white or red sores and bumps on the gums and inside the cheeks.

Continue to add powdered sugar and knead until the fondant is soft, smooth, and free of bumps.

With seven-time, All-Around World Champion bull rider Ty Murray teaching the stars about the finer points of holding on for dear life, it would seem that most would walk away with only minor bumps and bruises.

Political pundits talk a lot about "bumps."

Celebrity bulges can sometimes come in the form of baby bumps.

Others prefer to keep things quiet, and don't actively show off their baby bumps.

Be careful how you hang it to avoid creating bumps in the fabric.

They are also designed not to wrinkle or bunch, preventing annoying bumps, lumps and bunching.

While not all the testimonials come from parents of autistic children, they all agree that children can be troubled by the "bumps" in their socks and complain that nothing feels right.