bump

Example Sentences

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This early exit is undoubtedly another bump in the road of what has been a rocky journey since her unprecedented victory in New York.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The Social Security Administration encourages people to delay claiming by offering a bump in payments if they wait.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Futures markets see a 4o% chance of a 0.25 point increase and 15% probability of a 0.50 point bump.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The model debuted her baby bump Thursday at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, where she walked the red carpet for the premiere of “Parallel Tales” along with her husband.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

“I’m roving as fast I can,” I say as my wheels bump over sandy rock.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga