plural zits
informal
: a small, red, swollen spot on the skin : pimple
got a zit on his face
… drama that goes well beyond the pre-prom zit …—
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“Look at all these zits—I'm hideous!” wailed the high schooler
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
You might be tempted to whip out your strongest acne-fighting products to destroy your stubborn zit.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 1 Nov. 2024
Thanks to this combo, the S.O.S Sulphur Paste can take down active zits and prevent new ones from popping up.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
It's formulated with benzoyl peroxide and boasts antimicrobial properties that clear zits and prevent future breakouts.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Zit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zit. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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