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Puff up

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Physical Change

Used when something physiologically expands due to air or gas.

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When startled, the pufferfish puffs up to appear larger.
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Emotional Display

Can describe someone showing emotions like pride or anger.

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She puffed up with pride after receiving the compliment.
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Visual Illusion

Used to mean making something look bigger than it really is.

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He puffed up the pillow to make the couch look cozier.
Visual representation of the word "Puff up"

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