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blush

/blʌʃ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does blush mean?

noun, verb

A feeling of sudden, temporary redness of the cheeks, typically caused by shyness, embarrassment, or guilt. To become red in the face, typically as a sign of shyness or embarrassment.

Example

"She blushed at the thought of being the center of attention."

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