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as in garlands
a bunch of flowers
I bought my wife a nice bouquet for her birthday
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as in compliments
an admiring personal remark
an evening dress of daring design that attracted bouquets as well as brickbats
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Recent Examples of bouquets
Metcalf sent Normani bouquets of flowers every Wednesday for several months.
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Essence, 30 Oct. 2025
Budding Brides Next year, brides will not only be carrying their beautiful blooms à la wedding bouquets, but also wearing them.
—Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Others are less vital, but still important, like cutting bouquets or planting some last perennials.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
For the prettiest cut flower bouquets and arrangements, timing is key.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
She is also surrounded by bouquets of flowers and some other balloons.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
Candelabras flicker beside towering arrangements of deep calla lilies, stacks of shortbread cookies six inches high, fresh sandwiches, and bouquets made of vegetables.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
At the entrance, there are bouquets of bright orange wheat wrapped in red and gold foil — a traditional gift in China for the unveiling of a new commercial enterprise.
—Lavender Au, The Dial, 7 Oct. 2025
Spring brings bouquets of florals.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 7 Oct. 2025
Essence, 30 Oct. 2025
Budding Brides Next year, brides will not only be carrying their beautiful blooms à la wedding bouquets, but also wearing them.
—Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Others are less vital, but still important, like cutting bouquets or planting some last perennials.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
For the prettiest cut flower bouquets and arrangements, timing is key.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
She is also surrounded by bouquets of flowers and some other balloons.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
Candelabras flicker beside towering arrangements of deep calla lilies, stacks of shortbread cookies six inches high, fresh sandwiches, and bouquets made of vegetables.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
At the entrance, there are bouquets of bright orange wheat wrapped in red and gold foil — a traditional gift in China for the unveiling of a new commercial enterprise.
—Lavender Au, The Dial, 7 Oct. 2025
Spring brings bouquets of florals.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouquets
Noun
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Aster weaves an inescapable nightmare out of sunshine, blindingly white fabrics, and garlands of flowers.—
Dennis Perkins,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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This special event is a three‑day homage to Día de los Muertos with marigold garlands, papel picado, an altar centerpiece, DJs and agave tastings.—
Keith Sharon,
Nashville Tennessean,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This buttery balm started with a single Vanilla flavor and has since expanded to 10 shades and scents, including cozy Brown Sugar, juicy Cherry, and shimmery Birthday Cake.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Oct. 2025
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At Fairmont Mayakoba’s spa, rest and re-energize with the textures, colors, and scents of ancient Mayan culture.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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Got thoughts, questions, ideas, concerns, compliments or maybe even some recs for me?—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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As the women trickle in one by one from the upstairs of the London West Hollywood for the shoot in the hotel’s ballroom, they are each met with hugs and compliments from the ladies who arrived before them.—
Brianne Tracy,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In 2024, almost 3 billion euros’ worth of products were exported to the country, half of which were fragrances.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
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Designed for long-lasting freshness and swagger, these fragrances reflect Lynch’s personal favorites and his larger-than-life approach to life and self-care.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The straw color belied its aromas of red raspberry, peach, and pink grapefruit zest.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
30 Oct. 2025
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These are serious temples of pleasure, with irresistible aromas wafting out and window displays beckoning with equal measures of art and enticement.—
Aleksandra Crapanzano,
The Atlantic,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Following the news of the internet star’s death, several of his friends shared tributes on social media.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Each district sends two children as tributes to the fight-to-the-death Hunger Games, concocted by the capitol to keep the populace distracted.—
Adam Bell,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But just like those old Higdon’s the new model splashes and bobs aggressively.—
Alex Robinson,
Outdoor Life,
29 Oct. 2025
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Molly Ringwald’s Textured Bob One of the most memorable redheads of the ’80s, Molly Ringwald was also a short-hair icon, chopping her strands into bobs and pixies in a variety of textures.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Buyers don’t want to be reminded of strong perfumes that resurface certain memories when touring a home, so rose scents of any kind should only be enjoyed after a homeowner is done touring their property.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Likewise, the product offering grew over the years to include several licenses, ranging from jeans and perfumes to home — the latter called Valentino Più.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Bouquets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouquets. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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