goosebumps vs goose pimples

Both 'goosebumps' and 'goose pimples' are correct terms used to describe the small raised bumps on the skin caused by cold, fear, or excitement. They are interchangeable and commonly used in English.

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goosebumps

This is a correct term commonly used to describe the small raised bumps on the skin caused by cold, fear, or excitement.

It is used to describe the physical reaction of the skin to cold, fear, or excitement, resulting in small raised bumps.

Examples:

The scary movie gave me goosebumps.
The cold wind made her get goosebumps.
I felt goosebumps all over my arms.
Seeing her crush made her get goosebumps.
The eerie silence of the forest gave me goosebumps.

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Alternatives:

goose flesh
horripilation
cutis anserina
cold bumps

goose pimples