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also bourgeons
1
as in rises
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the trout population in the stream is burgeoning now that the water is clean
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2
as in thrives
to grow vigorously
the spring flowers burgeoned once the warm weather set in for good
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At Sainte-Chapelle, the ticket rises to 22 euros for visitors from outside those countries, versus 16 euros for those within them, according to heritage officials.—
Thomas Adamson,
Fortune,
14 Jan. 2026 -
Marital discord rises amid the chaos of the holidays.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
14 Jan. 2026
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As usual, Coon thrives in ambiguity, layering a seemingly straightforward woman with depth.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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This cerebral transit thrives where there is curiosity, flexibility and a willingness to ask the right questions at the right time.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Red meat likely increases blood pressure due to byproducts from chemical reactions that happen in the liver and gut.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
15 Jan. 2026
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Being stuck in a state of fight-or-flight increases protective muscle tension, altering movement mechanics, limiting mobility, and increasing the likelihood of compensations that can lead to pain or injury.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
14 Jan. 2026
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It is linked to nature and that which flourishes and regenerates.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
27 Dec. 2025
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Dries Van Noten, Proenza Schouler, and Dior leaned into drama with bold designs that demanded attention—flourishes befitting their new creative directors.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
16 Dec. 2025
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The plant blooms vigorously from spring through summer—no deadheading required—and holds up well through heat and drought.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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The plant typically blooms in early January and can grow up to 15 feet tall in zones 6-10.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2026
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While the number of retirees swells, the pool of workers funding the social safety net — and caring for the aging population — is narrowing.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
7 Jan. 2026
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There's a sort of a natural world religiousness or spirituality or philosophy that swells around a lot of things and different characters.—
Rebecca Ford,
Vanity Fair,
6 Jan. 2026
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The discussion comes as driverless robotaxi testing and deployment expands rapidly nationwide, with Austin as a major launching pad.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
12 Jan. 2026
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Cotie McMahon expands her range As her former program finds its footing without her, Cotie McMahon is showing a different part of her game than existed at Ohio State.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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Adoption accelerates when employees feel ownership.—
Paul Eremenko,
Fortune,
14 Jan. 2026
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That visibility accelerates learning and increases the likelihood of detection and arrest.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Burgeons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/burgeons. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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