- present tense form of pump (3rd person singular).
pumps
Example Sentences
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And it was despite the continuing economic boost from the federal deficit, which pumps money into the economy.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026
Lack of energy to power pumps means some three million Cubans don’t have running water.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026
Silva wore a long sequined gold dress with a halter neckline paired with bangles and gold pumps.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026
However for most, heat pumps are prohibitively expensive to install.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
My heart pumps eagerly at the thought of seeing him in just a few short minutes.
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
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