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pulp

[puhlp] / pʌlp /
ADJECTIVE
cheap, vulgar, especially regarding reading material
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VERB
mash, pulverize
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STRONG
open uncompress


Example Sentences

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In one case, a nest was discovered inside the pulp cavity of a sloth tooth.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s clear that George has married above himself, but his shortcomings come off as risible rather than oppressive, and it’s hard not to feel protective of him as he’s being pummeled to a pulp.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

De Melo said the main challenge for Brazil was that raw materials such as acai pulp were often exported to countries which then carry out the research needed to create high-value products.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Paper mills rely on it to whiten wood pulp.

From Salon • Dec. 15, 2025

Tears and snot are running down my face, but all I can do is lie in the dirt and spit out pieces of sweet, fleshy pulp.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black