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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
Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Though its small, blue blossoms may seem unassuming, hummingbirds will seek out rosemary's nectar-rich flowers.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 May 2026
The large blossoms reach six to seven inches in diameter and have dark maroon-pink blazes at the center and a tuft of yellow stamens.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
On her head, Kelly wore a Juliet cap with lace, pearls and wax orange blossoms and a tulle veil.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
During my March visit, the days were chilly, but the sun was shining, and the cherry blossoms swayed gently in the breeze.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
In bad years, a heavy infestation can destroy the majority of blossoms and dramatically reduce your fruit set.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 17 May 2026
Zones 8-11 Eastern columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), also known as Canadian columbine, is a native wildflower with red-yellow blossoms.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 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.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Their love blossoms juts as the first Sharknado comes out of the ocean.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2025
Noun
Nectar is a sweet, syrupy liquid produced in the blossoms, stems and leaves of many plants.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Though its small, blue blossoms may seem unassuming, hummingbirds will seek out rosemary's nectar-rich flowers.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 May 2026
The large blossoms reach six to seven inches in diameter and have dark maroon-pink blazes at the center and a tuft of yellow stamens.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
On her head, Kelly wore a Juliet cap with lace, pearls and wax orange blossoms and a tulle veil.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
During my March visit, the days were chilly, but the sun was shining, and the cherry blossoms swayed gently in the breeze.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
In bad years, a heavy infestation can destroy the majority of blossoms and dramatically reduce your fruit set.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 17 May 2026
Zones 8-11 Eastern columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), also known as Canadian columbine, is a native wildflower with red-yellow blossoms.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Verb
Cherry blossoms great guests at the front foyer.
—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
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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Red-Purple 'Peter Brand' is a common peony with six-inch wide double blooms that start as a deep red before developing into a beautiful purple.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
18 May 2026
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This Southeastern native is also known as Maypop and blooms from May through July.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
17 May 2026
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Some insects and other animals have evolved to take pollen or nectar from specific plant species or flowers of a particular shape or a particular range of colors.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Add a touch of color with these artificial flowers or revamp your living room with a fresh area rug.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Blossoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossoms. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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