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as in nosegay
a bunch of flowers
I bought my wife a nice bouquet for her birthday
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as in tribute
an admiring personal remark
an evening dress of daring design that attracted bouquets as well as brickbats
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Recent Examples of bouquet
The aromas of this wine dance and prance with agility and grace, reminiscent of a flower bouquet.
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Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Princess Diana had two bouquets Like her dress designers, Princess Diana's florist was prepared in the event of a disaster, making not one, but two bouquets of gardenias, tephanotis, odontolglossum orchid, lily of the valley, Earl Mountbatten roses, freesia, veronica, ivy, myrtle and trasdescantia.
—Nicole Briese, People.com, 29 July 2025
In warmer weather, the fireplace would serve as a stage for the large bouquet of flowers that gives the inn its name.
—John Birdsall, New Yorker, 25 July 2025
Expect even larger bridal shower guest lists, and stiff competition during the bouquet toss.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 July 2025
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Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Princess Diana had two bouquets Like her dress designers, Princess Diana's florist was prepared in the event of a disaster, making not one, but two bouquets of gardenias, tephanotis, odontolglossum orchid, lily of the valley, Earl Mountbatten roses, freesia, veronica, ivy, myrtle and trasdescantia.
—Nicole Briese, People.com, 29 July 2025
In warmer weather, the fireplace would serve as a stage for the large bouquet of flowers that gives the inn its name.
—John Birdsall, New Yorker, 25 July 2025
Expect even larger bridal shower guest lists, and stiff competition during the bouquet toss.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouquet
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From the Colosseum to the Vatican, See the Best Photos from King Charles and Queen Camilla's Italy Visit Their visit began inside the Cathedral, where they were given a small flower bouquet, known as nosegays, before joining the procession through the Nave.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Inside, the Queen Consort accepted a traditional nosegay bouquet and processed with King Charles up the nave as the service began.—
Janine Henni,
Peoplemag,
6 Apr. 2023
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Every element, from name to scent, evoked longing, mystery and love.—
Sudhir Gupta,
Rolling Stone,
12 Aug. 2025
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For a playful yet sweet date night scent, Ledda’s 16 Scenic Rose is a lovely choice.—
Sarah Boyd,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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DeGroff is the father of the American cocktail renaissance and has a Scorcese-esque fascination with all things New York; Beebe’s extended tribute to the Stork Club and the cocktails therein would’ve been irresistible.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
16 Aug. 2025
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He was ordered to forfeit two diamond chains that pay tribute to friends, court records show.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Journey to Rajasthan, blazing with regal splendor in its sandstone palaces and mirrored halls—or trek to Varanasi, where marigold garlands float beside flickering diyas on the Ganges.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Sinha, a Harvard graduate and a former consultant for McKinsey & Company, draped the men in marigold garlands and presented them with sweets.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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The brand's reach aims to strengthen its connection with Generation Z consumers after being named the No. 1 fragrance brand for American teens and the third overall most-shopped at beauty stores by teens in the Piper Sandler Taking Stock with Teens Spring 2025 Survey.—
Greta Cross,
Freep.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Detergents can be harsh for babies and people with sensitive skin and allergies, causing itchiness, rash, and maybe even sneezing or watery eyes from their strong fragrances.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 Aug. 2025
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Declining a compliment can make the giver feel rejected.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
4 Aug. 2025
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And sure, heartbreak is universal, but to borrow another phrase: Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned, and Olivia Rodrigo is currently one of its loudest voices (again, a compliment).—
Jessi Roti,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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The table was set with a posy in a parfait glass and a pot of Colman’s mustard.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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The bedding brand keeps it fresh in terms of colorways, with the new Windy Floral (a retro take on flowers) and a Caroline Z. Hurley collab of block print posies.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
27 June 2025
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Tasting through five different wines (see tasting notes at end), I was struck by the heady perfumed aromas of each wine along with the velvety tannins and very long seamless finish with a touch of minerality.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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To compensate for the decreased aroma from the tea leaves during the brewing process, magnolia leaves and olive oil are added to enhance the flavor, giving it a dose of freshness.—
Maggie Hiufu Wong,
CNN Money,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Bouquet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouquet. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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