Bulge Meaning in English
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释义
A bulge is a rounded swelling or bump that sticks out from a surface, or a sudden increase in something such as amount or number.
用法与细微差别
Usually refers to something physically sticking out, like a bulge in a pocket or wall, but also used metaphorically for increases ('a population bulge'). Not typically used for sharp or angular shapes. Often neutral, but context may imply something unwanted (like extra weight).
例句
There is a bulge in the wall from water damage.
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The snake had a bulge in its body after eating.
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His pocket had a bulge where the keys were.
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After the big meal, I could see a bulge in my stomach.
natural
There was a sudden bulge in sales during the holiday season.
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Don’t overfill the bag—too much and it will start to bulge at the sides.
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