plume

Example Sentences

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Cynthia, the object of his desire, had enormous hair of her own, which she teased into a plume.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

It was the plume poppies in Michael Pollan’s garden that seeded his new book.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Known as a mantle plume, this steady column of molten rock originates far below the surface.

From Science Daily • Feb. 23, 2026

At 17:45, the fire service said the fire was creating a "significant smoke plume" in the area and the building was severely damaged.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

And just like a burp, the plume died off after it made some noise.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone