bouquet

1
as in nosegay
a bunch of flowers I bought my wife a nice bouquet for her birthday

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as in scent
a sweet or pleasant smell this wine has a good bouquet

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as in tribute
an admiring personal remark an evening dress of daring design that attracted bouquets as well as brickbats

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Recent Examples of bouquet This deep hue will also pair beautifully with any type of floral bouquet. Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025 The rest of its ingredients make up a veritable bouquet of vegetables: Carrots, celery, cabbage, onion, parsley, and turnip are diluted and mixed with the caramel color to make a shelf-stable seasoning condiment that boosts a wide variety of dishes. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025 In pictures published earlier this month, Robbie is seen in a wedding scene, walking the English moors in a white ball gown, with a veil, diamond tiara and bridal bouquet. Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025 The wine features a rich bouquet of dark fruit, cedar, and hints of rose petals. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bouquet
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Noun
  • Inside, the Queen Consort accepted a traditional nosegay bouquet and processed with King Charles up the nave as the service began.
    Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2023
  • The Classic brings us quite the bright nosegay of favorites in Medina Spirit, whose hardy Derby win and subsequent drug tribulations literally rocked the sport back on its heels this summer, and his rival Essential Quality.
    Guy Martin, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2021
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  • In addition to the clothes, the space will also offer art by Ferney and Curtis Kulig, exclusive scents by Costa Brazil and Cerato, vintage watches by Alan Bedwell of Foundwell, and lamps and ceramics from Steffany Trần of Vyvoi as well as rare books, collectible records and other special objects.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Its most popular scent, The Mandala, has top notes of green mango and bergamot.
    Gemma A. Williams, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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  • John Amos‘ last acting role before his death in August 2024 was in the series premiere of Suits LA, and this Sunday, the NBC drama paid tribute to the late actor with a significant storyline.
    Vlada Gelman, TVLine, 6 Apr. 2025
  • Additional tributes came from the likes of Nicolas Cage, Michael Mann and many others.
    Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 5 Apr. 2025
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  • Its extravagant Beaux Arts design, featuring garlands, arched windows, and decorative cartouches, are a sight to behold.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Ancient Greeks and Romans often decorated sculptures with colorful paint, as well as jewelry, fabrics, flowers, garlands and ribbons.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Mar. 2025
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  • Two of France’s most iconic brands, Guerlain and Hennessy, have teamed up to release a new edition of the classic men’s fragrance Habit Rouge to mark the 60th anniversary of its inception.
    Alfredo Mineo, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The fragrance is sweet yet refined, never cloying or childish.
    Danielle James, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Ojai Valley Inn’s views its Spiritual Wellness program as a compliment to more traditional Spa and Wellness practices that are also offered such as a signature Ojai massage or a nature walk in within the Mind Body program.
    Yola Robert, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • To Benny Blanco, being compared to Bad Bunny quite the compliment!
    Daniela Avila, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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  • Direct address is also the strength of the posy rings at Les Enluminures (A6), a dealer known for miniatures of the Middle Ages and Renaissance.
    Walker Mimms, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
  • One of these fashions was a trend started by the queen herself: the posy holder.
    Carol A. Grissom, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024
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  • These fragrant groundcovers offer pleasing aromas and colorful flowers.
    Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The restaurant’s lushly landscaped garden is ready to seat as many as 1,000 customers, and the aromas of cheese enchiladas and fajitas—recipes perfected over 89 years—fill the air.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2025

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“Bouquet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouquet. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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