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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
Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 17 June 2025
The heart of the fragrance is almond blossom accord with rose water and Petalia.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 June 2025
Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 19 June 2025
Vitriolic rivalries have blossomed between its astronomers and prominent scientific figures.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 22 June 2025
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Noun
Kulture, 6, and Cardi match in tan one pieces, diamond bracelets and carrying two Louis Vuitton cherry blossom purses; meanwhile Wave, 3, wears a white tank top, jean shorts and Timberland boots.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 17 June 2025
The heart of the fragrance is almond blossom accord with rose water and Petalia.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 June 2025
Verb
Explore See latest videos, charts and news In a new interview with People, Ballerini shared how her friendship with the Stick Season singer has blossomed beyond music.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 19 June 2025
Vitriolic rivalries have blossomed between its astronomers and prominent scientific figures.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blossom
Noun
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Her top tips include planting nectar-rich annuals like lantanas and zinnias, using lightweight potting soil, feeding plants with long-lasting fertilizer, and mixing blooms with eye-catching foliage.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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These organisms can quickly reproduce, leading to dense blooms and surface scums, particularly in the shallow, warmer parts of the lake, according to the NPS.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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Set against the Los Angeles skyline at sunset, the campaign imagery, shot by Tyler Mitchell, features Cyrus sprawled in a field of pink and white flowers, with a fuchsia fragrance bottle in hand.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Adams County Arts Council or any organization supporting the arts.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
30 June 2025
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“Blossom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossom. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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