as in blooming
to produce flowers
the fruit tree seemed to blossom overnight once the warm spring weather arrived
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Recent Examples of blossoming
Thomas Moynihan, Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
But Lynn Moffett, who has lived in Sterling Ranch for four years and sits on the board of a metro district there, said there are few amenities near the blossoming community, which is planned to include more than 12,000 homes at full buildout.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 5 Aug. 2025
Stone’s metallic gold clutch included a crocodile-style fabric with blossoming florals, adding a stark contrast to the deep navy tone of Stone’s dress.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Mike Kaye
september 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
After blossoming into a superstar-level talent on the defensive side of the field in Dallas, Parsons will now play out his prime as a member of the Packers.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Big Block also showed his blossoming daughter some love on Instagram, posting a picture of Riley posing on a pool table.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 25 Aug. 2025
But how far will Jenny go for a blossoming love?
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 20 Aug. 2025
Scouts are occasionally too focused on the previous year’s list of names to notice the kids blossoming right in front of them.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
Though Panama has welcomed a handful of upscale resorts along the coast in recent years, especially in blossoming Bocas del Toro near the border with Costa Rica, there's little in its lush, ecologically diverse interior to speak of.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Local groups are blossoming after Michigan City’s Sustainability Commission led the way, Sipple said.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Earlier this year, Macron said he was fully committed to expanding the country’s blossoming AI ecosystem and unveiled a €109 billion ($112 billion) investment package from the private sector which will be injected into the field in the coming years.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Of course, something similar typified our evolution, too, which can all too easily be cast as the blossoming forth of ever-plumper craniums.
—Thomas Moynihan, Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
But Lynn Moffett, who has lived in Sterling Ranch for four years and sits on the board of a metro district there, said there are few amenities near the blossoming community, which is planned to include more than 12,000 homes at full buildout.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 5 Aug. 2025
Stone’s metallic gold clutch included a crocodile-style fabric with blossoming florals, adding a stark contrast to the deep navy tone of Stone’s dress.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Noun
Some teams look fantastic before melting down within a few weeks (2024 New Orleans Saints) and others can get off to a rough start before blossoming within the first two months (2024 Washington Commanders).
—Mike Kaye
september 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
After blossoming into a superstar-level talent on the defensive side of the field in Dallas, Parsons will now play out his prime as a member of the Packers.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Big Block also showed his blossoming daughter some love on Instagram, posting a picture of Riley posing on a pool table.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 25 Aug. 2025
But how far will Jenny go for a blossoming love?
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 20 Aug. 2025
Scouts are occasionally too focused on the previous year’s list of names to notice the kids blossoming right in front of them.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
Though Panama has welcomed a handful of upscale resorts along the coast in recent years, especially in blossoming Bocas del Toro near the border with Costa Rica, there's little in its lush, ecologically diverse interior to speak of.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Local groups are blossoming after Michigan City’s Sustainability Commission led the way, Sipple said.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Earlier this year, Macron said he was fully committed to expanding the country’s blossoming AI ecosystem and unveiled a €109 billion ($112 billion) investment package from the private sector which will be injected into the field in the coming years.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blossoming
Verb
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Mums need moisture to stay healthy and continue blooming.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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This summer-blooming perennial can be divided in spring or fall, but since spring is so busy with many garden chores, why not do it this fall?—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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At the time, Burr was receiving briefings and involved in conversations suggesting the country faced a burgeoning health crisis that could hurt the economy.—
Nicholas Fandos,
BostonGlobe.com,
15 May 2020
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After the last vote on March 2 ended in a stalemate, Netanyahu and former military chief Benny Gantz agreed late last month to try to form a unity government because of the burgeoning coronavirus crisis.—
Time,
Time,
20 Apr. 2020
Noun
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The cool nights and crisp clear days of fall rejuvenate flowering annuals and perennials that may have languished in the heat of summer.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
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The rainfall in those months is critical for the flowering of the new crop.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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On the other hand, nations like Japan and Turkey, while relatively developed, show lower scores in key flourishing domains, suggesting that prosperity alone doesn’t ensure a meaningful life.—
Robert B. Tucker,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Cultivating a flourishing, diverse gut microbiome seems to translate to a range of health benefits.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
24 June 2025
Noun
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Nearly 200 Years of Sherry Cask Tradition Founded in 1826 in the Valley of Forgue in Aberdeenshire, GlenDronach has spent almost two centuries quietly perfecting the art of sherry cask maturation.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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On first glance, a higher maturation rate may appear to be positive, but developing too quickly can create problems with how oocytes prepare for reproduction, Duval said.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Blossoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossoming. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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