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plumping

verb

present participle of plump

as in plopping

to throw or set down clumsily or casually plumped herself down on the couch and turned on the TV

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Recent Examples of plumping Per Dieux’s recommendation, the non-slip, plumping masks are best paired with its Auracle Eye Serum, a hydrating formula designed to target wrinkles and under-eye circles. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026 The serum-replacing cream repairs the skin barrier and slows cellular aging while deeply hydrating and plumping the complexion. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026 Korean sunscreens not only feature high SPF protection, but also include skin-plumping ingredients like hyaluronic acid. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 23 June 2026

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Kadooze to Candiace for plopping right down on the couch and jumping into the conversation instead of letting the snub ruin being a part of the anniversary celebration.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026
An 82-year-old Italian woman who isn't plopping herself in a chair and knitting sweaters all day long.

— Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

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