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also bourgeon
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as in to increase
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the trout population in the stream is burgeoning now that the water is clean
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Recent Examples of burgeon
The Mediapro Studio has added an Apple TV+ exec to its burgeoning ranks in the North America.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2025
Boost competitiveness European policymakers appear to be aware of the urgent need to innovate and deregulate in the face of burgeoning economic competition and rivalry from the U.S. and China.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025
Given the high public support for space exploration in the U.S. and the burgeoning friendship between Musk and Trump, a SpaceX evacuation from the area seems unlikely.
—Robert A. Kopack, The Conversation, 17 Jan. 2025
Training at Newington Arena has proved a grounding home for the team’s burgeoning partnership.
—Patrice Hutton, Hartford Courant, 17 Jan. 2025
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2025
Boost competitiveness European policymakers appear to be aware of the urgent need to innovate and deregulate in the face of burgeoning economic competition and rivalry from the U.S. and China.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025
Given the high public support for space exploration in the U.S. and the burgeoning friendship between Musk and Trump, a SpaceX evacuation from the area seems unlikely.
—Robert A. Kopack, The Conversation, 17 Jan. 2025
Training at Newington Arena has proved a grounding home for the team’s burgeoning partnership.
—Patrice Hutton, Hartford Courant, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for burgeon
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Taxes increased, public spending was reined in, and price controls were largely abolished.—
Marina P. Asins,
Architectural Digest,
26 Jan. 2025
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One should be convinced of his increasing persuasive influence in the United States and in affairs with allies.—
Richard E. Vatz,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2025
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Critically, technical fluency in AI is not a requirement to meaningfully influence AI culture – a growth mindset and adaptability to change will create an environment for AI applications to flourish.—
London School of Economics,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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And Daboll has struggled to flourish as the New York Giants head coach.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2025
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Production in those countries is blooming right now.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
22 Jan. 2025
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Anyone can enter camellia blooms for the show or browse from the plant sale.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
15 Jan. 2025
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Finding the perfect rose to become Martha’s namesake was difficult according to Hahn, who visited various fields and looked at dozens of contenders.—
Jessica Jordan,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
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About 5% of males have complete ED at age 40, and this percentage rises to 30-40% in males 80 or older.2 Given this prevalence and the effect ED can have on quality of life, proper diagnosis is critical.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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Since then, Bhutan has thrived by shunning outside influence.—
By Charlie Campbell/Gelephu, Bhutan,
TIME,
16 Jan. 2025
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This initiative, spearheaded by WTI in collaboration with the Kerala Forest and Fisheries Departments and supported by VST Industries Limited, has thrived thanks to the unwavering support of local communities.—
Melissa Cristina Marquez,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Different varieties flower from fall to early spring.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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After decades dominated by one or two stars –Herbie Mann in the 1960s, Hubert Laws and Bobbi Humphrey in the ‘70s, and James Newton in the ‘80s — the flute has fully flowered in jazz since the ‘90s, led by Baum, Nicole Mitchell, Ali Ryerson and most recently Berkeley-reared Elena Pinderhughes.—
Andrew Gilbert,
The Mercury News,
21 Jan. 2025
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Refrigerate the mixture for a few hours or overnight to allow the seeds to gel and expand.—
Jillian Kubala, RD,
Health,
27 Jan. 2025
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During the month of January, sky gazers will be able to see four planets in one view — and come February, the parade will only expand.—
Caitlin O'Kane,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2025
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In Okinawa, the 2025 season runs from late January to early February, promising picturesque festival displays, Hanami (cherry blossom viewing picnics), tea ceremonies and less crowds.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The pair's friendship blossomed into romance in high school.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Burgeon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/burgeon. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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