How to Use bubblegum in a Sentence

bubblegum

1 of 2 adjective
  • Here, white smile lines frame white airbrushing on a sheer, bubblegum pink base.
    — Taylor Augustin Littlejohn, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025
  • And, of course, there's a bright, bubblegum-pink mask made in honor of Pinkie Pie.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 16 Mar. 2018
  • The more mature sound showed that these boys had definitely grown out of their bubblegum phase.
    — Chuck Arnold, PEOPLE.com, 11 Aug. 2017
  • Two aliens with bodies like slim light bulbs encounter each other against a bubblegum-pink background.
    — Jordan Kisner, The Atlantic, 13 Feb. 2021
  • The charts heaved with bubblegum pop, slick R&B, and the first stirrings of disco.
    — Kyle Smith, National Review, 3 Oct. 2017
  • Orange-and-white clown fish peered from rust-red anemones; neon-green parrotfish nibbled at bubblegum-pink brain coral.
    — Susan Casey, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
  • This certainly seemed to be true for those in this room, many of whom had leaned into the theme with bubblegum-pink lip gloss and sky-high heels.
    — Cami Fateh, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2026
  • The geometric, bubblegum pink tile backsplash paired with the cabinets adds a cool, retro feel.
    — Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026
  • For makeup, the artist dressed Kardashian’s face with bubblegum pink blush and and dusty pink shadow.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Tiny cartons filled with bubblegum pink strawberry milk will forever be a calling card for school lunches.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
  • Cardi is wearing the tights in a steel-blue color, while Carolina has on a bubblegum-pink version.
    — Gabi Thorne, Allure, 19 Jan. 2022
  • She is seen celebrating her fourth birthday with a bubblegum-pink cake and her dad, who's curious about her birthday wishes.
    — Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2021
  • The artist transformed the actress into a pop-art icon by giving her a bubblegum-pink face, ruby lips and blue eye shadow set against a sage-blue background.
    — Kelly Crow, WSJ, 10 May 2022
  • This deep indigo, crisp white, and bubblegum pink outdoor tablescape feels relaxed yet effortlessly stylish.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
  • To keep the jewelry clean, Glasser covered them in bubblegum wrappers, removing them before clasping the dress in place.
    — Sophia Panych, Allure, 3 Feb. 2026
  • Music Though the audience was engaged by the technical feats of the concert, Perry's catchy bubblegum pop was the main draw.
    — Anne Nickoloff, cleveland.com, 10 Dec. 2017
  • Glittery, shimmery body gels and highlighting potions are making their comeback, but not in a 1990’s bubblegum pop kind of way.
    — Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 13 Sep. 2018
  • The album represented an artist in transition — moving beyond the bubblegum pop formula that had defined her first two records.
    — Sara Vallone march 5, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Overflowing with colors and cute moments, Astro’s latest music video is the epitome of bubblegum pop.
    — Tamar Herman, Billboard, 30 May 2017
  • Though often dismissed as bubblegum soul, the early Jackson 5 hits were intricate and infectious.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026
  • In the mid-Sixties, the Osmonds welcomed younger brother Donny and transformed into a bubblegum-pop band.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2026
  • The swell of the foot-stomping chorus combined with the bubblegum pop of 1D makes for one of the most effective and singular songs in the band’s catalog.
    — Billboard Staff, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2018
  • The game's lethal storm circle is tightening around the combat zone, a sleepy beach town with a bubblegum-pink ice cream parlor, and the handful of remaining squads are duking it out for survival.
    — Tom Vanderbilt, Wired, 19 Oct. 2020
  • Give your pool day a splash of color with this bubblegum-pink tote, made from lightweight materials and big enough to easily hold your towels, sunscreen and snacks without weighing you down.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
  • In contrast to the bubblegum-pink interior of the show, Kidman opted for an all-black ensemble from the French fashion house to sit front row.
    — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
  • To her right sat 8-year-old Alexis Olympia Ohanian in a bubblegum-pink T-shirt, salmon-pink leggings and white sneakers.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 19 June 2026
  • The original charm remains, but the dining room now glows with large windows and warm lighting, anchored by bubblegum pink booths, green trim, and a colorful collection of local artwork.
    — Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2025
  • Garnet Cropped Puffer A colorful spring jacket can instantly wake up a travel wardrobe, and this bubblegum-pink cropped puffer does exactly that.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
  • That tension — between the bubblegum pop machine and the young woman trying to find her artistic footing — is what made Britney resonate so deeply with fans who were the same age, growing up alongside her.
    — Sara Vallone march 5, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Despite some previous success in Canada with more bubblegum-minded material, Morissette was largely unknown and an unsure bet as a global figure.
    — Eric Frankenberg, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2021

bubble gum

2 of 2 noun
  • His bubble gum chorus riffs were in the style of the track leaked two years ago.
    — Bryan West, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025
  • The walls inside are bubble gum pink and the crown molding is black.
    — Jenna Milliner-Waddell, ELLE Decor, 29 Aug. 2017
  • Was drawn to the bubble gum pink wall with colorful photos of their sweets.
    — cleveland, 19 Aug. 2020
  • Since then, over a billion pouches of the shredded bubble gum have been sold.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Some in parkas are communing with a walrus, some are chewing bubble gum.
    — New York Times, 1 June 2022
  • He was featured in tiny comic strips wrapped around pieces of Bazooka bubble gum.
    — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Emmett went into the store to buy a small item, most likely two cents’ worth of bubble gum.
    — Margalit Fox, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2023
  • Choose a bubble gum pink and top it off with chrome for a look that leans Y2K chic.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
  • For Night Owl's extra clue, a child dressed as Napoleon brought out bubble gum.
    — Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
  • This bubble gum pink French tip design is accented by red lines along the smile lines as well as hearts.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Amid the postgame handshakes, González showered Roberts with bubble gum.
    — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • Amid the postgame handshakes, González showered Roberts with bubble gum.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
  • Sauces are available in traditional fruit flavors, as well as in bubble gum and mint.
    — Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 14 July 2022
  • And then there’s the brown candy corn, which is pumpkin-pie-flavored, and tastes vaguely of medicine and bubble gum.
    — Maura Judkis, The Seattle Times, 30 Oct. 2018
  • The venue was decked out in the iconic doll's signature palette of fuchsia and bubblegum pinks.
    — USA TODAY, 10 July 2023
  • Meanwhile, the bag version of the trend comes in a pleasing shade of bubble gum pink that will upgrade any outfit.
    — WSJ, 30 Aug. 2020
  • In this case, chewy bubble gum that keeps the fun going—and both the gum and the lolli are animal product-free.
    — Taylyn Washington-Harmon, Health.com, 16 Oct. 2020
  • Teammates showered him with Gatorade and bubble gum in a post-game interview.
    — Bobby Nightengale, The Enquirer, 8 May 2021
  • Drivers help themselves to bubble gum and chocolate kisses wrapped in purple foil.
    — Anne Kadet, WSJ, 27 Mar. 2018
  • Many have colorful packaging and are sold in stores that offer up bubble gum and potato chips.
    — Charles Trepany, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2025
  • Check out their Prairie Vixen Hefeweizen beer, with hints of banana, clove and bubble gum.
    — Shelbie Lynn Bostedt, RedEye Chicago, 17 Aug. 2017
  • The finish is long, with lingering spearmint, cinnamon, and bubble gum notes.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
  • The festival remains quite rough around the edges; at times the skeleton crew seems to keep the seams from bursting with bubble gum and duct tape.
    — Nicolas Stecher, Billboard, 11 Feb. 2020
  • The scents in this five-pack are jelly bean, sour apple, bubble gum, tutti frutti, and cotton candy.
    — Maya Polton, Parents, 18 Mar. 2024
  • This square manicure features a bubble gum pink jelly polish for that sheer, lipgloss look.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
  • There can be a saccharine sweetness to K-pop, and bubble gum is an aesthetic the genre doesn’t shy away from.
    — Jon Caramanica, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2018
  • Traditional shades of red and green remain present, but they’re joined by bubble gum pink and soft blue for a more eclectic palette.
    — Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Mint, lavender, bubble gum pink, and fuchsia join forces in vertical stripes for an eye-catching combo.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026
  • That's been good news for the 83-year-old Topps, whose brand is synonymous with baseballs cards and bubble gum.
    — Julia Horowitz, CNN, 7 Apr. 2021
  • Coaching positions have boomed, but few of the people filling them ever had their picture on a bubble gum card.
    — Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 11 June 2026

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