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as in blooms
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
in the full blossom of her career as a writer
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as in unfolds
to produce flowers
the fruit tree seemed to blossom overnight once the warm spring weather arrived
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Recent Examples of blossoms
Makena Gera,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
There’s a book called Meihua Yishu (Plum Blossom Divination) that describes how to predict events for the next day by observing plum blossoms.
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Literary Hub,
26 June 2026
Your reblooming hydrangeas will indeed blossom more than once—but only if the old blossoms are removed.
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Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
The blossoms of 'Jubilation' look like small white roses and also add a pleasant fragrance to the garden.
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Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Lilacs are one of spring's timeless blooming shrubs, cherished for their beautiful, fragrant blossoms.
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Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
After adorning the classic sneaker with various flower details including roses, cherry blossoms and bluebells, a new trio of women’s Air Force 1s is blooming at the brink of summer.
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Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
In the center of blooming wildflower beds full of purple, pink and yellow blossoms, playground equipment designed to look like a wooden fort stood tall.
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Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Lead with warmth, and teamwork blossoms around your vision today.
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Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
The first season is set in Texas from 1993 to 1995 and follows a socially awkward teen girl (Chiara Aurelia) who suddenly blossoms and rises in the social ranks after a popular classmate (Olivia Holt) disappears.
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Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2026
Santa Barbara Island also blossoms with lavender chicory and pale-yellow cream cups.
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Deb Hopewell,
AFAR Media,
29 Jan. 2026
Their love blossoms juts as the first Sharknado comes out of the ocean.
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Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
14 Nov. 2025
Noun
In April 2026, Alcock shared photos on Instagram of them together in Kyoto, admiring the cherry blossoms and hiking.
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Makena Gera,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
There’s a book called Meihua Yishu (Plum Blossom Divination) that describes how to predict events for the next day by observing plum blossoms.
—
Literary Hub,
26 June 2026
Your reblooming hydrangeas will indeed blossom more than once—but only if the old blossoms are removed.
—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
The blossoms of 'Jubilation' look like small white roses and also add a pleasant fragrance to the garden.
—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Lilacs are one of spring's timeless blooming shrubs, cherished for their beautiful, fragrant blossoms.
—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
After adorning the classic sneaker with various flower details including roses, cherry blossoms and bluebells, a new trio of women’s Air Force 1s is blooming at the brink of summer.
—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
In the center of blooming wildflower beds full of purple, pink and yellow blossoms, playground equipment designed to look like a wooden fort stood tall.
—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Lead with warmth, and teamwork blossoms around your vision today.
—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
Verb
Cherry blossoms great guests at the front foyer.
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Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
The first season is set in Texas from 1993 to 1995 and follows a socially awkward teen girl (Chiara Aurelia) who suddenly blossoms and rises in the social ranks after a popular classmate (Olivia Holt) disappears.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2026
Santa Barbara Island also blossoms with lavender chicory and pale-yellow cream cups.
—
Deb Hopewell,
AFAR Media,
29 Jan. 2026
Their love blossoms juts as the first Sharknado comes out of the ocean.
—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
14 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blossoms
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June 14, 2026 – Reports begin to emerge that algae blooms have turned the water in the pool green again.
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Beyond the fruit, the dwarf golden spice pear features clusters of white spring blooms and glossy leaves that turn a striking burgundy or bronze color in the fall.
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Designed with medallion-like flowers, this three-piece set exudes timeless elegance.
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Tusk has created a partnership with Fresh Run Farm—an early adopter of organic farming—to grow heirloom fruits, vegetables and flowers exclusively for the chef.
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“Blossoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossoms. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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