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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
Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Known for its stunning pink blossoms in spring and deep red leaves, this ornamental tree adds aesthetic beauty and delicious fruit to any landscape.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
Regardless of when Francesca and Michaela’s friendship blossoms into romance, their love story is on track to follow in the footsteps of Francesca’s siblings.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2026
Below, seven unconventional ways to chase cherry blossoms, at home and abroad.
—Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Mediterranean Breeze features a warm, seaside fragrance profile with notes of soft citrus blossoms and amber.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Daffodil flowers are very cold-hardy, but the blossoms will be damaged if temperatures drop below the mid-20s.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
Naturally, their first interaction blossoms into an unexpected, secret romance, which threatens to change Solène's life forever.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
The first story is set in Texas from 1993 to 1995 as a socially awkward teen girl (Chiara Aurelia) suddenly blossoms and rises in the social ranks after a popular classmate’s (Olivia Holt) disappearance.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
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
Water trickled along a stone in a nearby pond, and trees were sprouting buds of peach and cherry blossoms.
—Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Known for its stunning pink blossoms in spring and deep red leaves, this ornamental tree adds aesthetic beauty and delicious fruit to any landscape.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
Regardless of when Francesca and Michaela’s friendship blossoms into romance, their love story is on track to follow in the footsteps of Francesca’s siblings.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2026
Below, seven unconventional ways to chase cherry blossoms, at home and abroad.
—Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Mediterranean Breeze features a warm, seaside fragrance profile with notes of soft citrus blossoms and amber.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
Daffodil flowers are very cold-hardy, but the blossoms will be damaged if temperatures drop below the mid-20s.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
Naturally, their first interaction blossoms into an unexpected, secret romance, which threatens to change Solène's life forever.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
The first story is set in Texas from 1993 to 1995 as a socially awkward teen girl (Chiara Aurelia) suddenly blossoms and rises in the social ranks after a popular classmate’s (Olivia Holt) disappearance.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
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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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Late winter is an ideal time to select bulbs for beautiful blooms come springtime, and the goal is for the bulb to sprout in the ground, not in the bag or box.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
23 Feb. 2026
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As spring blooms, the festive spirit of Easter fills the air, combining whimsical traditions with heartfelt celebrations.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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In both cases Jesse took the time to call our parents to console them and to send them flowers.—
Rick Davis,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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The planters come in a set of two and are offered in four simple colors, each of which will let colorful flowers and leafy options stand out.—
Jamie Weissman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Blossoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossoms. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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