welts

Example Sentences

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Ghost had an allergic reaction to the water, known as cold urticaria, breaking out in red welts and shaking uncontrollably, the court heard.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

She recalled pressing so hard against the newly erected fence that the chain-link left diamond-shaped welts on her palms.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2024

When I danced in "The Waltz of the Flowers," my costume included a high collar of wire-stiffened petals around my neck, which left welts.

From Salon • Dec. 24, 2022

After my son broke out in welts, I took him to the pediatrician for his fourth visit in three weeks.

From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2022

Usually I’m a good liar, can make up extraordinarily impressive shit when put on the spot, but right then I couldn’t think of anything remotely feasible to explain the welts.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx