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Recent Examples of zits
Salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) lauded for its exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties, has long been the MVP of breakout control, but today’s best salicylic acid serums go well beyond zapping zits.
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Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
It’s formulated with benzoyl peroxide and boasts antimicrobial properties that clear zits and prevent future breakouts.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
Property without zits or opinions.
—Betty Gilpin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2025
And don’t let zits bum you out.
—Josh Feldman, NBC news, 14 Aug. 2025
Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
It’s formulated with benzoyl peroxide and boasts antimicrobial properties that clear zits and prevent future breakouts.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
Property without zits or opinions.
—Betty Gilpin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2025
And don’t let zits bum you out.
—Josh Feldman, NBC news, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zits
Noun
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Bioré is putting pimples in the penalty box this basketball season.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Here, argon-gas electrodes create a gentle current at up to 60 Hz, which helps to reduce the look of active pimples, calm visible redness, and even address the appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
15 Sep. 2025
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Research suggests that pimple patches aren't effective on cystic acne, pustules, or blackheads.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The party was complete with seafood boils, a brass band, and a photo booth.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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The list of occasions can go on and on, ranging from universal (football and concerts) to local (ice fishing in northern Minnesota and crawfish boils in Baton Rouge).—
Rahul Goyal,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Kabocha is usually dark green or orange with faint stripes or bumps on the outside, with vibrant orange flesh on the inside.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
9 Feb. 2026
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This victory bumps Italy's curling team up to fourth place, right behind Canada.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Zits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zits. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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