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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
Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Renowned for its extended bloom period, this lovely flower boasts daisy-like blossoms with prominent orange-brown centers and drooping lavender-purple petals.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Apr. 2026
Unfortunately, all that greenery turns brown and the colorful blossoms die.
—Terri Daxon, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Even Troy, who treats Josh well, will complain about soggy squash blossoms from the club kitchen.
—Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
In spring, cherry blossoms line the route, creating a soft and romantic atmosphere.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
As Eddie deals with the problems in his life and Darlene plans for her future beyond school, an unlikely romance blossoms between them.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026
Plant it in full or part sun and enjoy mounds of tiny blossoms for years to come.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Pink and white cherry blossoms dot the thin, long branches of the trees in Jackson Park on Chicago’s South Side.
—Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 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
Other important ceremonial garments are also on display, including the Queen’s wedding dress, from 1947, another Hartnell creation that incorporated not just the white rose of the House of York but also featured orange blossoms, a symbol of fertility.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Renowned for its extended bloom period, this lovely flower boasts daisy-like blossoms with prominent orange-brown centers and drooping lavender-purple petals.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Apr. 2026
Unfortunately, all that greenery turns brown and the colorful blossoms die.
—Terri Daxon, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Even Troy, who treats Josh well, will complain about soggy squash blossoms from the club kitchen.
—Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
In spring, cherry blossoms line the route, creating a soft and romantic atmosphere.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
As Eddie deals with the problems in his life and Darlene plans for her future beyond school, an unlikely romance blossoms between them.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026
Plant it in full or part sun and enjoy mounds of tiny blossoms for years to come.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Pink and white cherry blossoms dot the thin, long branches of the trees in Jackson Park on Chicago’s South Side.
—Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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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Then, the ocher reveals itself as a carpet of yellow blooms, the mauve a blaze of deep purple interspersed with lighter lavender.—
Alissa Greenberg,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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There are currently no working pedestrian safety lights throughout the 50 acres of the park during a time when temperatures are warming up and spring blooms are drawing more visitors to the park, Caroline Winschel, director of development and communications, said.—
Terra Sullivan,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Then, begin brainstorming the new shrubs and decorative flowers on your dream list.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
17 Apr. 2026
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Build on that textural layer by styling a coffee table with a stack of books, a sculptural object that introduces another new material, and an organic element such as a vase filled with branches or a beautiful bouquet of flowers.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Blossoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossoms. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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