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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
a springtime of entrepreneurship in the old Soviet bloc after the fall of the Iron Curtain
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as in childhood
the state or time of being a child
a man in the winter of his life reminiscing about his springtime and wondering where all the years went
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Recent Examples of springtime
Its indoor shows, which each year include a major springtime ballet and a Valentine’s Day event, take place in both Stamford and Hartford.
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Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
13 June 2026
Be sure to visit during the springtime to see the gorgeous cherry blossoms in bloom.
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Elizabeth Preske,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
And even on the sprawling, hallowed grounds of Theresienwiese, home to the world-famous Oktoberfest and its smaller, springtime counterpart, Munchner Fruhlingsfest, alcohol-free beer is no longer considered verboten.
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David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Outdoor Furniture Your patio furniture has spent months collecting dust, winter grime, and springtime pollen, so pay it some attention.
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for springtime
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
13 June 2026
Be sure to visit during the springtime to see the gorgeous cherry blossoms in bloom.
—
Elizabeth Preske,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
And even on the sprawling, hallowed grounds of Theresienwiese, home to the world-famous Oktoberfest and its smaller, springtime counterpart, Munchner Fruhlingsfest, alcohol-free beer is no longer considered verboten.
—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Outdoor Furniture Your patio furniture has spent months collecting dust, winter grime, and springtime pollen, so pay it some attention.
—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for springtime
Recent Examples of Synonyms for springtime
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Partnership goals are in full bloom under the Capricorn full moon.
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Trump has repeatedly claimed vandals were responsible for the algae, but the pool has been prone to algae blooms since it was built in 1922.
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Jamal Musiala spent much of his childhood in England, developing his game in Chelsea’s youth academy and playing for England’s youth teams with his close friend Jude Bellingham.
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Plantation police are investigating after a child was found dead inside a vehicle Monday evening at an early childhood education center.
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These gorgeous hydrangeas feature robust stems, frequent blooming, and enduring flowers superior to other varieties.
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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.
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The lawsuit was filed in Jackson County Circuit Court on Thursday on behalf of Abby Grizzell, of Lee’s Summit, who attorneys said was bowled over and trampled by a group of youths on June 6.
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After receiving the life insurance payout, Vander Meer allegedly bought SH and another youth group member a car.
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“Springtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/springtime. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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