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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
a springtime of entrepreneurship in the old Soviet bloc after the fall of the Iron Curtain
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as in childhood
the state or time of being a child
a man in the winter of his life reminiscing about his springtime and wondering where all the years went
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Recent Examples of springtime
Housed in a pretty floral container, this candle is the perfect size for a bedroom or bathroom and adds a little touch of springtime to any space.
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Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 25 Feb. 2026
Reimold suggests starting with a cohesive theme such as pastel colors, favorite characters or springtime activities, to make the basket feel more intentional and personalized.
—Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
Bristol Cabot Circus is set to open in springtime.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Home Depot's biggest selling season, springtime, is also ahead.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
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Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 25 Feb. 2026
Reimold suggests starting with a cohesive theme such as pastel colors, favorite characters or springtime activities, to make the basket feel more intentional and personalized.
—Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
Bristol Cabot Circus is set to open in springtime.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Home Depot's biggest selling season, springtime, is also ahead.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for springtime
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The dazzling foliage of 'Kaleidoscope' Abelia is accented by a flush of fragrant white blooms in spring and sporadic flowers throughout summer and fall.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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Some sagginess after the bloom is over is a sign that the plant has exhausted its energy reserves.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Feb. 2026
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Democratic candidates emphasized relatability and personal hardship in their pitches, with contenders sharing narratives of childhood poverty, domestic violence, and economic struggle to connect with voters and establish themselves as understanding everyday Californians’ challenges.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Carlino and Martin had a lot of artwork from Anderson’s kids, while Chase Infiniti provided childhood photos for Carlino to decorate the house.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
22 Feb. 2026
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Forcing dormancy for eight to 10 weeks in a cool, dry location prior to blooming is also essential.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 Jan. 2026
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Fertilizer These plants benefit from a gentle houseplant fertilizer during active growth or blooming.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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In the final years of Khamenei’s stubborn rule, the country grew increasingly isolated, plagued by corruption and sinking deeper into economic turmoil, with dwindling prospects for a swelling youth population and shrinking middle class.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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Their focus on youth in recruitment demands that older heads (in relative terms, at least — Neto and Fernandez are 25) can alleviate the pressure while players adjust to Chelsea and, in Gittens’ case, the Premier League.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Springtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/springtime. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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