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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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Recent Examples of blooming
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Regular tasks like pruning, deadheading, and checking for pests keep roses healthy and blooming.
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Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
Spring and fall tend to offer the most pleasant experiences, with milder weather, fewer crowds, and scenic views (think blooming landscapes in spring and colorful foliage in fall).
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Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
While plant breeders have been able to coax other garden plants into re-blooming, this is not the case for peonies.
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Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
Abelia Grandiflora This blooming, deer-resistant shrub in the honeysuckle family has glossy green foliage and pale-pink or white flowers.
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Kate Nateras,
Architectural Digest,
10 June 2026
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
How to Care for Container Roses Roses need adequate sunlight, well-draining soil, consistent moisture, and regular fertilization to encourage growth and healthy annual blooming.
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Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
16 May 2026
Gardenias require four to six hours of sun for optimal blooming.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
The Pink Moon's name comes from the blooming of a wildflower called ground phlox.
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Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
31 Mar. 2026
The name comes from seasonal traditions, particularly the blooming of a North American wildflower known as creeping phlox, or moss pink, which flowers at this time of year.
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Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Shinobu Imoto from Kochi Meteorological Agency told TBS television that low rainfall during the winter and longer hours of sunshine might have helped the early blooming.
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ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
Mixing in a slow-release fertilizer will improve leaf color and blooming.
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Kerry Michaels,
The Spruce,
9 Mar. 2026
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Its advanced Halo Control System and LD180 precise local dimming combine to eliminate blooming across a crisp FHD panel.
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Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
The plants grow progressively taller, blooming from early summer until frost; plant taller types in the back of the border.
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Michelle Darrisaw,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Tuesday afternoon, filamentous green algae were blooming on the southeast edge of Bde Maka Ska.
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Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
According to the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), this particular bat ended up covered in pollen after stopping on a blooming agave plant.
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Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
24 June 2026
The 220-piece set includes two blooming lotus flowers and a budding flower with pink-and-white petals and long green stems.
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Sheena Vasani,
The Verge,
24 June 2026
The city center has boomed, with skyscrapers blooming on vacant post-industrial sites.
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Jill Lawless,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Trump also addressed the water in the pool blooming with bright green algae.
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Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
Adjective
Artists and artisans are creating again in the River Arts District, the Biltmore Estate is open and blooming, the PGA TOUR is returning to Asheville for the first time in nearly 80 years, and a slew of local restaurants have gained MICHELIN Guide attention.
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Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Regular tasks like pruning, deadheading, and checking for pests keep roses healthy and blooming.
—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
Spring and fall tend to offer the most pleasant experiences, with milder weather, fewer crowds, and scenic views (think blooming landscapes in spring and colorful foliage in fall).
—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
While plant breeders have been able to coax other garden plants into re-blooming, this is not the case for peonies.
—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
Abelia Grandiflora This blooming, deer-resistant shrub in the honeysuckle family has glossy green foliage and pale-pink or white flowers.
—
Kate Nateras,
Architectural Digest,
10 June 2026
Noun
These gorgeous hydrangeas feature robust stems, frequent blooming, and enduring flowers superior to other varieties.
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Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
How to Care for Container Roses Roses need adequate sunlight, well-draining soil, consistent moisture, and regular fertilization to encourage growth and healthy annual blooming.
—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
16 May 2026
Gardenias require four to six hours of sun for optimal blooming.
—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
The Pink Moon's name comes from the blooming of a wildflower called ground phlox.
—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
31 Mar. 2026
The name comes from seasonal traditions, particularly the blooming of a North American wildflower known as creeping phlox, or moss pink, which flowers at this time of year.
—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Shinobu Imoto from Kochi Meteorological Agency told TBS television that low rainfall during the winter and longer hours of sunshine might have helped the early blooming.
—
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
Mixing in a slow-release fertilizer will improve leaf color and blooming.
—
Kerry Michaels,
The Spruce,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
From blooming tuberose to golden musks.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Its advanced Halo Control System and LD180 precise local dimming combine to eliminate blooming across a crisp FHD panel.
—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
The plants grow progressively taller, blooming from early summer until frost; plant taller types in the back of the border.
—
Michelle Darrisaw,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Tuesday afternoon, filamentous green algae were blooming on the southeast edge of Bde Maka Ska.
—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
According to the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), this particular bat ended up covered in pollen after stopping on a blooming agave plant.
—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
24 June 2026
The 220-piece set includes two blooming lotus flowers and a budding flower with pink-and-white petals and long green stems.
—
Sheena Vasani,
The Verge,
24 June 2026
The city center has boomed, with skyscrapers blooming on vacant post-industrial sites.
—
Jill Lawless,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Trump also addressed the water in the pool blooming with bright green algae.
—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blooming
Adjective
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Its prebiotics give skin a glowing, youthful-looking complexion, while hyaluronic acid and watermelon extract deliver a burst of hydration to revive dry, dull skin.
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Barr’s less-than-glowing assessment of Blanche’s qualifications reads like a grudging employee review that recommends the lowest possible raise.
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Meanwhile, since the Scaloni era’s unprecedented winning streak, Argentineans’ adoration of Messi has, at last, become unconditional.
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If the Heat’s pick in next year’s draft falls between 1 and 14, Miami would keep that pick and send Charlotte an unconditional first-round pick in 2028.
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Keep the covers on until the beginning of flowering.
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Hydrangeas are classic flowering shrubs that offer an array of beautiful colors, flower forms, and sizes.
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Johnson started all 40 games last season, blossoming into a breakout sophomore after a limited freshman year at Illinois, and capped his rise with a double‑double in the championship game.
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Patrick is all in, but Luke worries their relationship might hurt his blossoming political career.
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Cue a raft of social media fancams showing a blushing Mary Bennet being pursued by her handsome, Regency-era bachelors.
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The blushing singer was snapped getting a sweet smooch on the cheek from her big brother while backstage.
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Van Hecke jogged to the sideline after his blond hair had turned red from the blood.
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Green means habitable, yellow means moderately damaged, and red signifies that the building is unsafe.
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This sheer shade is a light and delicate pink with a hint of beige.
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The sheer number of deals available can make shopping overwhelming for even the savviest shoppers.
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In the Sierra — including Lake Tahoe — temps in the 30s will feel like a brief foray with autumn.
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That lingering fog helps stretch ripening well into autumn.
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