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as in blossoms
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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as in leaves
to produce flowers
the plant will keep flowering if you water it and regularly cut off the dead blossoms
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Recent Examples of flowers
Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Mar. 2026
The Front Range could see several inches of snow on Friday after weeks of unseasonably warm weather across that prompted flowers to bloom and trees to bud.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Purple is the classic color of the intensely fragrant flowers of this species, but varieties that bloom in blue, lavender, and pink are also available.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
Hummingbirds are drawn to red flowers, so planting petunias, salvia and hibiscus around your home and garden can help attract them.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Mar. 2026
The colorful rows of flowers make for an Instagram-ready photo backdrop, and guests can also pick flowers to take home.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
Instead, the book offers a beautiful No-Bake Lavender and Honey Cheesecake adorned with edible flowers.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
In spring, the tree displays fragrant pink-and-white flowers with five petals and prominent yellow stamens.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
When March rolls around, spring finally comes into sight, bringing longer days, sunnier skies, and blossoming flowers.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
Violas have smaller flowers and stay shorter.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Mar. 2026
The Front Range could see several inches of snow on Friday after weeks of unseasonably warm weather across that prompted flowers to bloom and trees to bud.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Purple is the classic color of the intensely fragrant flowers of this species, but varieties that bloom in blue, lavender, and pink are also available.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
Hummingbirds are drawn to red flowers, so planting petunias, salvia and hibiscus around your home and garden can help attract them.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Mar. 2026
The colorful rows of flowers make for an Instagram-ready photo backdrop, and guests can also pick flowers to take home.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
Instead, the book offers a beautiful No-Bake Lavender and Honey Cheesecake adorned with edible flowers.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
In spring, the tree displays fragrant pink-and-white flowers with five petals and prominent yellow stamens.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
When March rolls around, spring finally comes into sight, bringing longer days, sunnier skies, and blossoming flowers.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flowers
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From March to May, the hiking trails are sprinkled with vibrant yellow desert marigolds, deep purple lupines, and bright red and orange Indian paintbrush blooms, among other varieties.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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An appropriately tropical vibe fills this 530-room property sprawling across 32 acres of blooms, tropical grass, stone cranes, and deities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Nahshon Wright, Chicago Wright, 27, is a five-year veteran who made the Pro Bowl last season after having career bests in starts (16), interceptions (five, one returned for a touchdown), passes defended (11) and tackles (80).—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
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Foegele, 29, had the best season of his career in his first year as a King, with personal bests in goals, assists, points and plus-minus rating.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
5 Mar. 2026
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The first season is set in Texas from 1993 to 1995 and follows a socially awkward teen girl (Chiara Aurelia) who suddenly blossoms and rises in the social ranks after a popular classmate (Olivia Holt) disappears.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2026
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Their love blossoms juts as the first Sharknado comes out of the ocean.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
14 Nov. 2025
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The silky blooms come in muted pinks, greens, and creams, while a sturdy twig-vine base keeps the arrangement secure.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Mar. 2026
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When choosing a color palette, consider tones found in a meadow or a wildflower garden—plumy pinks, sage, cream, and pastel or ochre yellows.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2026
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For two-week trips specifically, her trick is to create a capsule wardrobe with four bottoms, six tops, and one sweater, all of which can be mixed and matched.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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Whole carrots with tops give this pot-roast dish an elegant and springy look for Easter.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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Ahead, find the retinal creams and serums that dermatologists consider the (vitamin) A-list of the category; plus, insights on how to properly incorporate them.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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Consider more face creams, below.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
11 Mar. 2026
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Under the bill, the Indiana Department of Correction will provide training to all sheriffs-elect on how to cooperate with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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Chile's President-elect Jose Antonio Kast speaks to journalists after meeting with the Italian Prime Minister at Palazzo Chigi in Rome on Febuary 5, 2026.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2026
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Last year, more than a third of artists making $10,000 on the platform in royalties started by self-releasing their music through independent distributors.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Lithium royalties have also shifted to a sliding scale.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Flowers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flowers. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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