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Recent Examples of floret
Nine years ago, in a vacant building a few blocks from the trailhead, Bayliss and dozens of volunteers and Speedway High School seniors worked together to assemble the florets that would be affixed to the sculpture and glow at night.
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Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 15 May 2025
The cauliflower is both browned in a skillet and roasted at high heat in the oven to caramelize the florets.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
In both years, florets became visible around two to three weeks prior to peak bloom.
—Jessie Beck, AFAR Media, 28 Feb. 2025
According to the update, the broccoli florets at the center of the recall — as well as the states where they were distributed — are the same described in the previous advisory: 12-ounce packages of Marketside Broccoli Florets with a best-by date of Dec. 10, 2024, and a lot code reading BFFG327A6.
—Michael Bartiromo, The Hill, 3 Feb. 2025
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Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 15 May 2025
The cauliflower is both browned in a skillet and roasted at high heat in the oven to caramelize the florets.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
In both years, florets became visible around two to three weeks prior to peak bloom.
—Jessie Beck, AFAR Media, 28 Feb. 2025
According to the update, the broccoli florets at the center of the recall — as well as the states where they were distributed — are the same described in the previous advisory: 12-ounce packages of Marketside Broccoli Florets with a best-by date of Dec. 10, 2024, and a lot code reading BFFG327A6.
—Michael Bartiromo, The Hill, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for floret
Noun
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Always be mindful of the buds; be sure each division has at least 3 buds.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Sep. 2025
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This will allow the buds to adjust volume based on ambient noise levels.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Broccoli Salad ▪ 3 stalks of brocoli (separated into flowerets) ▪ 1/2 c. chopped green onions ▪ 1 c. raisins ▪ 1 c. peanuts (salted) Mix together: ▪ 1 c. mayonnaise ▪ 2 T. sugar ▪ 2 T. vinegar 1.—
Rebecca Hancock,
star-telegram.com,
13 June 2017
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Broccoli Salad ▪ 3 stalks of brocoli (separated into flowerets) ▪ 1/2 c. chopped green onions ▪ 1 c. raisins ▪ 1 c. peanuts (salted) Mix together: ▪ 1 c. mayonnaise ▪ 2 T. sugar ▪ 2 T. vinegar 1.—
Rebecca Hancock,
star-telegram,
13 June 2017
Noun
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At certain angles, the photo’s dark backdrop allows viewers to see the reflection of former President Barack Obama’s portrait that depicts him surrounded by greenery and flowers representing Chicago and Hawaii.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Divide peonies now to get more flowers and more plants with this step-by-step guide.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The strangers spend the day wandering down the movie's eponymous street while a vibrant chemistry blossoms between them.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Monroe, tasked with embodying Cherry’s transformation, gives a quietly affecting performance that blossoms into something radiant as her bond with Hero strengthens.—
Leila Latif,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Floret.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floret. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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