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as in glowing
having a healthy reddish skin tone
the blooming faces of children at play in the great outdoors
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as in unconditional
chiefly British
having no exceptions or restrictions
thought that the royals were blooming idiots for making such indiscreet statements
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as in flowering
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as in blossoming
to produce flowers
forsythias only bloom at the beginning of spring
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as in blushing
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment)
she arrived at the house, blooming from her vigorous walk
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Recent Examples of blooming
Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 27 May 2026
Then cruise down Charleston's famous Rainbow Row to see the colorful houses and their blooming window boxes.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
The skirt features a subtle blooming effect similar to Andie Anderson's dress, too.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Their first album in nine years, Paradessence, surveys a global landscape defined by genocide, climate catastrophe, and post-pandemic disorder with clarity, weaving unnerving builds with gorgeous, blooming moments best listened to in one fell swoop.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
Warmer weather means blooming flowers, outdoor activities and spending time on the California coast.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 16 May 2026
Gardenias require four to six hours of sun for optimal blooming.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Of course, there’s the warmer weather, the blooming of gorgeous flowers, and the excuse to get back in the garden to get our hands dirty.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
The Pink Moon's name comes from the blooming of a wildflower called ground phlox.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
The name comes from seasonal traditions, particularly the blooming of a North American wildflower known as creeping phlox, or moss pink, which flowers at this time of year.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Shinobu Imoto from Kochi Meteorological Agency told TBS television that low rainfall during the winter and longer hours of sunshine might have helped the early blooming.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Mixing in a slow-release fertilizer will improve leaf color and blooming.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 9 Mar. 2026
Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
Shrub choices might include caryopteris and the native fall-blooming witch-hazel.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Kelce’s dark blue shirt was blooming with yellow and pink florals and green foliage, adding a touch of whimsy with salmon pink tassels trimming his short sleeves and hemline.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Mounds of fragrant white flowers spill and spread, blooming from spring to the first frost.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Calendula Also known as pot marigold, calendula (Calendula officinalis) begins blooming with cheerful, daisy-like orange and yellow flowers in late spring and doesn't stop until late summer.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 22 May 2026
Artificial psychedelic imagery, from brightly colored paint mixed together to blooming black roses, also recur throughout.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
Temperatures are starting to rise and gardeners are looking for plants that can take the heat and keep on blooming all summer long.
—Arkansas Online, 15 May 2026
To keep your hummers happy, plant a variety of their favorites with blooming times that span the entire growing season.
—Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Adjective
Make sure to avoid overwatering, and keep bleeding hearts out of direct sunlight or their blooming period will end early.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 27 May 2026
Then cruise down Charleston's famous Rainbow Row to see the colorful houses and their blooming window boxes.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
The skirt features a subtle blooming effect similar to Andie Anderson's dress, too.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Their first album in nine years, Paradessence, surveys a global landscape defined by genocide, climate catastrophe, and post-pandemic disorder with clarity, weaving unnerving builds with gorgeous, blooming moments best listened to in one fell swoop.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
Warmer weather means blooming flowers, outdoor activities and spending time on the California coast.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Noun
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
Gardenias require four to six hours of sun for optimal blooming.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Of course, there’s the warmer weather, the blooming of gorgeous flowers, and the excuse to get back in the garden to get our hands dirty.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
The Pink Moon's name comes from the blooming of a wildflower called ground phlox.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
The name comes from seasonal traditions, particularly the blooming of a North American wildflower known as creeping phlox, or moss pink, which flowers at this time of year.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Shinobu Imoto from Kochi Meteorological Agency told TBS television that low rainfall during the winter and longer hours of sunshine might have helped the early blooming.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Mixing in a slow-release fertilizer will improve leaf color and blooming.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
Travelers can also find hydrangeas blooming this time of year at temples and in parks throughout Japan.
—Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
Shrub choices might include caryopteris and the native fall-blooming witch-hazel.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Kelce’s dark blue shirt was blooming with yellow and pink florals and green foliage, adding a touch of whimsy with salmon pink tassels trimming his short sleeves and hemline.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Mounds of fragrant white flowers spill and spread, blooming from spring to the first frost.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Calendula Also known as pot marigold, calendula (Calendula officinalis) begins blooming with cheerful, daisy-like orange and yellow flowers in late spring and doesn't stop until late summer.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 22 May 2026
Artificial psychedelic imagery, from brightly colored paint mixed together to blooming black roses, also recur throughout.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
Temperatures are starting to rise and gardeners are looking for plants that can take the heat and keep on blooming all summer long.
—Arkansas Online, 15 May 2026
To keep your hummers happy, plant a variety of their favorites with blooming times that span the entire growing season.
—Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blooming
Adjective
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The Sunshine State is a glowing example of fiscal responsibility with a reputation for keeping taxes low and the budget balanced, securing a stable long-term future.—
Nicole Huyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Neither was a glowing example of how to win in the playoffs, but the Sabres deserve full marks for sticking with it and taking over the game.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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While the benefit had largely been unconditional until now, users in some regions must now link a phone number to unlock the full storage capacity.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
15 May 2026
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Never judging me and always giving pure, loyal, and unconditional love.—
Charmaine Patterson,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Some beekeepers and scientists think the warm winter in the West and early flowering season this year led bees to go into their high-activity mode early, leading to earlier swarms.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
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Too much nitrogen fertilizer can cause the plant to put its energy into growing leafy vines instead of flowering.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
Verb
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The early heat prompted some domestic crops to begin blossoming weeks ahead of schedule instead of remaining dormant throughout the winter, leaving them exposed to subsequent frosts, according to Brad Rippey, a USDA meteorologist.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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There are blossoming psychedelic flowers that would be more interesting-looking if they’d been grabbed from an old clip-art book.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
16 May 2026
Verb
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The blushing singer was snapped getting a sweet smooch on the cheek from her big brother while backstage.—
John Russell,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Moving within a few short years from blushing infatuation to friendship to committed partnership, these two will weather some of life’s harshest storms.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Like the others, the coxswain is also in red and blue stripes.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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The 28-year-old American actor was out and about in Los Angeles sporting the athletic brand’s classic sneaker style with camouflage cargo shorts and a red top layered over a white long sleeve.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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The German supermodel attended the event in a brown figure-hugging corset dress with a scalloped neckline and sheer mesh cutouts on the sides, as well as a thigh-high slit and ruching at the hip.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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And that’s not to mention the sheer number of candidates or amount of money pouring into these races this year.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
23 May 2026
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The 32-year-old had a limited role in his final season at City, making only nine Premier League appearances, but started three World Cup qualifying matches in the autumn and is clearly trusted by Thomas Tuchel.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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The autumn marked 10 years since her daughter died.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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“Blooming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blooming. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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