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Goose Pumps

Definition:

Goose pumps, also known as goosebumps, are small bumps that appear on the skin as a reaction to cold, fear, excitement, or other intense emotions. These bumps occur when tiny muscles at the base of each hair on the skin contract, causing the hair to stand upright.

Examples:

Noun:

1. I felt goose pumps all over my body when I entered the haunted house.
2. The chilling wind gave me instant goose pumps.

Verb:

1. The horror movie's intense climax goose pumped the audience.
2. The thrilling roller coaster ride always goose pumps me.

Adjective:

1. She had a goose-pumps-inducing voice that sent shivers down my spine.
2. The creepy atmosphere created a goose-pump-worthy experience.

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