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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 first lady attended the exhibition’s ribbon cutting ceremony last month, where Berry presented her with a bouquet of flowers made from waste textile fabrics.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
By Thursday, passersby had created a makeshift memorial just beyond the Calçada da Glória, leaving bouquets of flowers under barricade tape set up by emergency workers.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Named after its eponymous founder, Emilio Pucci, the Italian luxury label features distinct, playful patterns and a bouquet of tonal designs.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025
White's floral shop visit comes after he's been famously spotted carrying large bouquets on multiple occasions.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
By Thursday, passersby had created a makeshift memorial just beyond the Calçada da Glória, leaving bouquets of flowers under barricade tape set up by emergency workers.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Named after its eponymous founder, Emilio Pucci, the Italian luxury label features distinct, playful patterns and a bouquet of tonal designs.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025
White's floral shop visit comes after he's been famously spotted carrying large bouquets on multiple occasions.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 2 Sep. 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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By noon, the scent was not quite as strong, but still lingering.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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From slam dunks to signature scents, Shaquille O’Neal’s latest venture proves fragrance can be powerful, personal, and affordable.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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Bargatze’s bit is predicated on the fact that most awards show speeches are self-indulgent, rambling tributes to other celebrities, which is fine.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
15 Sep. 2025
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Vance's tribute is expected to reflect on Kirk's legacy and his role in shaping conservative youth movements.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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Hang the fall garland above your door or along your porch eaves for easy outdoor fall decor.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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Dust off your fake cobwebs and sparkly garlands, but don’t forget to level up your Halloween Squishmallows collection, too.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
5 Sep. 2025
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Besides its many uses in cooking, a lavender plant adds fragrance and color wherever it's planted—along a path, beside a patio, or in a pot on your back deck—thanks to a long blooming season.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Snag yours today and get ready for a next-level fragrance upgrade.—
Allure Editors,
Allure,
10 Sep. 2025
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Give deeper compliments Moore encourages parents to comment on more than just their kid’s appearance.—
Essence,
Essence,
9 Sep. 2025
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Marlowe, lounging behind Frizer, grabbed Frizer’s dagger and struck him in the head; Frizer snatched it back and returned the compliment.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 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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Lavender Tea Lavender is an evergreen, bushy plant native to Mediterranean climates, known for its sweet aroma.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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That’s because its long-lasting, masculine aroma gives scents structure, warmth, and depth—and there’s plenty of variance between and among its cultivars.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Bouquet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouquet. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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