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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
in the full blossom of her career as a writer
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Recent Examples of blossom
Waiss Aramesh, Rolling Stone, 7 Mar. 2026
These cherry blossom hikes—from Japan to the Himalaya—combine spring blooms and crowd-free scenic trails.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Scientifically, spring is characterized by the rejuvenation of nature, marked by blossoming flowers, warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Finally, the song started as purple lights cloaked the cherry blossoms on stage while orange and blue lights danced feet over the raucous crowd.
—Waiss Aramesh, Rolling Stone, 7 Mar. 2026
These cherry blossom hikes—from Japan to the Himalaya—combine spring blooms and crowd-free scenic trails.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
That means Williams — the former USC Heisman Trophy winner and blossoming NFL quarterback — must adjust to a new center a year after he was thrilled that the Bears signed Dalman.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Scientifically, spring is characterized by the rejuvenation of nature, marked by blossoming flowers, warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Mar. 2026
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The silky blooms come in muted pinks, greens, and creams, while a sturdy twig-vine base keeps the arrangement secure.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Mar. 2026
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At higher elevations, blooms are forecast to emerge from around April to June.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
8 Mar. 2026
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Spring windstorms, heat and dry air can accelerate the plants’ life cycle or prevent new flowers from developing.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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The hinoki cedar soaking tubs are the main event; afterward, cool off on one of the sofas on the balcony, where each room's private garden is planted with the trees and flowers that the suite is named for.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 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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“Blossom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossom. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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