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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
Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 23 June 2026
Also made with hyaluronic acid, arnica flower extract, and inulin, the formula improves the skin’s hydration levels and floods it with antioxidant protection.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 June 2026
Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 20 June 2026
When and How to Harvest Strawberries Strawberries are ready for harvest when fully ripe, usually four to six weeks after flowering.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
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Noun
Add flowers, shrubs, evergreens, and hedges to put the finishing touch on a cozy, intentional backyard space.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 23 June 2026
Also made with hyaluronic acid, arnica flower extract, and inulin, the formula improves the skin’s hydration levels and floods it with antioxidant protection.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 June 2026
Verb
Colder weather and frost exposure during the flowering phase can result in a season without any fruits.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 20 June 2026
When and How to Harvest Strawberries Strawberries are ready for harvest when fully ripe, usually four to six weeks after flowering.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flower
Noun
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The recent algae bloom in the National Mall's Reflecting Pool highlights a common issue with these diverse, photosynthetic organisms.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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Many varieties thrive in the South, offering blooms in spring or summer heat.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
21 June 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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The most productive game of his career came in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, with personal bests of 157 yards and two touchdowns on eight receptions.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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In all, Enhanced said there were 14 personal bests set by 12 athletes, all of them swimmers and weightlifters.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
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Where to eat Vaudin says that the island’s food scene, once dominated by tourist traps, has slowly blossomed.—
Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
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Past the saloon doors, visitors will find a mechanical bull, a dog park and an array of blossoming flowers and towering greenery available for purchase before catching a glimpse of stretching farmland.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
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Then, as things started to change politically in England, there was the beginning of that feeling of an uprising by the serfs against the aristocracy and the landowners, and this cultural hero rocking the boat and stealing from the rich to give to the poor started to be birthed.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
17 June 2026
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The Order used to be limited to the aristocracy, but members are now selected from a variety of backgrounds in celebration of their public service, with both men and women welcomed.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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The streamlined silhouette and monochromatic cream palette create a clean, elevated look that feels equally appropriate for sightseeing, lunch reservations, and evenings out.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
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Shoppers are gravitating toward scents that double as emotional rituals, whether that means a warm vanilla, a sweet caramel or a fruit-and-cream gourmand that pulls double duty as a comfort scent.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Samplize's 2026 color palette includes creamy neutrals, soft greens, dusty pinks, and warm grays.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
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Offering vibrant shades of blues, purples, and pinks, this plant makes a statement in every garden—and not just because of its looks.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
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In only the first minute of this match Morocco has scored after Ismael Saibari found space behind the Scottish defense and sent the ball into the top of the net.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
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In the top of the first inning, Rangers catcher Elias Diaz pointed at first base thinking there would be a first-base umpire, when the umpire was in the middle of the diamond.—
Cal Phillips
June 19,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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“Flower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flower. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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