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as in glowing
having a healthy reddish skin tone
the blooming faces of children at play in the great outdoors
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as in unconditional
chiefly British
having no exceptions or restrictions
thought that the royals were blooming idiots for making such indiscreet statements
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as in flowering
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as in blossoming
to produce flowers
forsythias only bloom at the beginning of spring
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as in blushing
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment)
she arrived at the house, blooming from her vigorous walk
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Adjective
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Eric Murphy, 35, proposed to Jasmin Lawrence, 29, last November in a small event with high production values: myriad candles, romantic lighting, flower petals covering the floor and a glowing orange heart as a backdrop.—
Christie D’Zurilla,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025 -
Gleeson says Krasinski and Carell's support — and their glowing reports of their own experiences working on The Office — made accepting the role that much more affirming.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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The draft Security Council resolution had also demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and others.—
Michelle Nichols,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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Todd and Julie Chrisley returned home from prison on Wednesday, May 28, after President Donald Trump issued them full and unconditional pardons.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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Find out the preferred flower colors and shapes to include in your garden, plus, get tips on helping these tiny birds feel at home in your yard and a list of their favorite flowering plants.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 June 2025
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Opt for loropetalum to bring color and texture to your garden early in the spring when other flowering shrubs haven’t yet begun their show.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
10 June 2025
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In between walking red carpets and attending charity events together, the pair welcomed two children, daughters Evangeline Ruth and Elijah.—
Ellie Beeck,
Peoplemag,
6 Feb. 2023
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Music’s biggest night returns to Los Angeles on Sunday, and along with it, one of Hollywood’s grandest red carpets.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2023
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Nevertheless, the analysts flagged the sheer volume and tone of the content as a genuine officer safety concern.—
Dell Cameron,
Wired News,
13 June 2025
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The difference, however, was in the sheer volume of players who left on a temporary basis.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Ait-Nouri is far from a complete Premier League footballer.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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The water-facing outdoor area at the home’s rear extends off of the living space and is complete with a grilling station, alfresco dining area, lap pool, spa and oversized sundeck.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Cool-Season Grasses Early autumn is the ideal time to seed cool-season turfgrasses.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
12 June 2025
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The autumn harvest season is one of the best times to visit the Langhe Hills of Piedmont.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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Their lineup is also flush with weapons, with five guys hitting north of .410 and Davis Fleming (five homers) and Jack Drieman (four) capable of leaving the yard at a moment’s notice.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
10 June 2025
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Concerns about South Dakota’s prisons first arose four years ago, when the state was flush with COVID-19 relief funds.—
Sarah Raza,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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“Blooming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blooming. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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