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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
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
The way everyone was shown to blossom was no less moving for being (of course) manipulative.
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Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
28 June 2026
Watermelons grow best in planting hills that are 4 to 6 feet apart to give each melon optimum space to blossom.
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Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
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Noun
Deadheading will keep blossoms in full supply, while also promoting bushier growth, giving them a neat and tidy appearance, and prevents seed formation that leads to reseeding.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
The way everyone was shown to blossom was no less moving for being (of course) manipulative.
—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Verb
In the ensuing years, the Action Day organization has blossomed, its growth paralleling the rise of the Silicon Valley innovation machine.
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Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
28 June 2026
Watermelons grow best in planting hills that are 4 to 6 feet apart to give each melon optimum space to blossom.
—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blossom
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The agency is also monitoring for cyanobacteria, formerly known as blue-green algae, which can form harmful algal blooms that pose risks to people and animals.
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In addition to monarch butterflies, it's beloved by many pollinators—and its beautiful orange blooms always put on a show.
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The story follows one family who plants bulbs, seeds and seedlings to create a rainbow of blooming flowers.
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Visitors entering the show don neck rings and wrist bands, the first to add the aromas of earth and flowers to the multi-sensory experience, the second to adjust the visual displays to each person’s emotional response.
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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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“Blossom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blossom. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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