Billow
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Figurative Use
Describes situations that look or feel dramatic, often used metaphorically for emotions. Excitement billowed within her at the news.
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Physical Movement
Often used to describe how fabric moves in the wind or when someone moves quickly. Her dress billowed out as she spun around.
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Descriptors Enhancement
Combine 'billow' with words like 'gently' or 'ominously' to enrich the description. The curtains billowed gently in the breeze.