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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
in the full blossom of her career as a writer
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Recent Examples of blossom
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
The line features subtle nods to her favorite number, three, and cherry blossom motifs, along with her signature color palette and silhouettes.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
But the young Richards caught the soccer bug early on and pushed through culture shock as a teenager on a professional contract in Germany to blossom into a talented defender.
—Russell Lewis, NPR, 12 June 2026
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Noun
Marc Jacobs describes its Honey Eau de Parfum as a sunny floral built around orange blossom, mingling with honeysuckle and peach nectars before settling into vanilla, honey and smooth woods at the base, according to the brand’s Amazon listing.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
The line features subtle nods to her favorite number, three, and cherry blossom motifs, along with her signature color palette and silhouettes.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
Verb
In China, June's full moon is referred to as the Lotus Moon, when lotus flowers begin to blossom.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
But the young Richards caught the soccer bug early on and pushed through culture shock as a teenager on a professional contract in Germany to blossom into a talented defender.
—Russell Lewis, NPR, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blossom
Noun
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As the trees bloom, Sophie Hortman remembers a family inside joke.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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This native perennial is a favorite for its daisy-like blooms, low-maintenance nature, and hardiness.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
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The telegram’s design is joyful and vivid, featuring illustrations of tiny hands tossing multi-colored hats and flowers into the air in a gesture of congratulation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Petunias need at least six hours of full sun daily to keep blooming—too much shade will halt their flowers.—
Jane Kim,
The Spruce,
9 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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“Blossom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossom. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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