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as in blooming
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
the skiing season is usually in full flower by Christmas
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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
without exception, the flower of this year's graduating class will be going to prestigious colleges
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Recent Examples of flower
ABC News, 19 May 2026
The university said Jerry Welsh Gymnasium would serve as a memorial space for students, teammates and members of the campus community wishing to leave flowers and messages in Smith’s honor.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
Roots planted in cold conditions will remain inactive, says Phillips, which delays flowering, while those planted in the heat of summer are more susceptible to transplant shock, leaf scorch, and heat stress.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 5 May 2026
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Noun
Experience powerfully efficacious results powered by potent flowers, known for centuries to calm stressful skin issues.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
The university said Jerry Welsh Gymnasium would serve as a memorial space for students, teammates and members of the campus community wishing to leave flowers and messages in Smith’s honor.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Verb
If a declining flowering stalk remains, it can be removed.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
Roots planted in cold conditions will remain inactive, says Phillips, which delays flowering, while those planted in the heat of summer are more susceptible to transplant shock, leaf scorch, and heat stress.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 5 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flower
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Prune after the spring bloom and enjoy a rebloom later in the summer.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
17 May 2026
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When to Fertilize The best time to fertilize fruit trees is early spring, between the moment buds first begin to swell and full bloom.—
Rachel Silva,
Martha Stewart,
17 May 2026
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How to Care for Container Roses Roses need adequate sunlight, well-draining soil, consistent moisture, and regular fertilization to encourage growth and healthy annual blooming.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
16 May 2026
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Gardenias require four to six hours of sun for optimal blooming.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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Despite the sporadic flips between putting on offensive clinics and going silent, Nazar posted career bests of 15 goals, 26 assists and 41 points in 66 games.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Apponequet deserves to stay in the top-10 by hanging with many of the state’s bests as well.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
20 May 2026
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Which players need to take the next step, and which players are set to blossom?—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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That call blossomed into a deep partnership.—
Matthew Scogin,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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The pair founded the company together in 2015; the row is a family squabble within the new AI aristocracy.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
19 May 2026
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College football has always been an aristocracy, and most fans like it that way.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Before this, in the mid 20th century, a standard cut of meat at mealtimes was a pork loin or beef steak, smothered in cream sauce.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 May 2026
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The latest batch of fragrances capture the very essence of the sun itself — in forms from sprays and spritzes, to creams and lotions.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
14 May 2026
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How to Use Pink, Terra-Cotta, or Amber Try baby pinks and blushes, which feel inviting in a quiet way.—
Petra Guglielmetti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 May 2026
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As someone who is best suited towards cool undertone products, the pinks are a bit too pink-y for me.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
22 May 2026
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Best Amazon Memorial Day Top and Shirt Sales Grabbing a pretty top or two during Amazon’s Memorial Day sale is an easy way to refresh your summer wardrobe without breaking the bank.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
23 May 2026
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Stags senior leftfielder Bryce Didrickson then opened the top of the 10th inning with a home run off of Johns Hopkins senior pitcher Ryan Anderson over the left-field fence to give his team a 15-14 lead.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
23 May 2026
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“Flower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flower. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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