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as in nosegay
a bunch of flowers
I bought my wife a nice bouquet for her birthday
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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
Calle kept and dried the bouquets that Gehry sent her.
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Elisa Wouk Almino
editor, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Your grocery store likely has a flowers section that can be both a convenient and economical option—but knowing which ones to pick can make or break a supermarket bouquet.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 2 Apr. 2026
The Northwest Nazarene University Choir and Orchestra performed as Hogaboam’s teal-green casket lay among lavish bouquets before a large stage at the center of the arena.
—Noah Daly
april 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
On their first date, Tyler brought Madison a bouquet of roses, a gesture that set the tone for their whirlwind romance.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
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Elisa Wouk Almino
editor, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Your grocery store likely has a flowers section that can be both a convenient and economical option—but knowing which ones to pick can make or break a supermarket bouquet.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 2 Apr. 2026
The Northwest Nazarene University Choir and Orchestra performed as Hogaboam’s teal-green casket lay among lavish bouquets before a large stage at the center of the arena.
—Noah Daly
april 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
On their first date, Tyler brought Madison a bouquet of roses, a gesture that set the tone for their whirlwind romance.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouquet
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From the Colosseum to the Vatican, See the Best Photos from King Charles and Queen Camilla's Italy Visit Their visit began inside the Cathedral, where they were given a small flower bouquet, known as nosegays, before joining the procession through the Nave.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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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
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Strong-smelling companion plants mask the scent of crops so pests cannot find them.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
5 Apr. 2026
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Throw out those old sponges and try out a new scent (like a fresh lemon or floral) to make your home smell brand new.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Instead, an excellent academic publisher, Edinburgh University Press, has made a fine job of it, including a cover design, at the editors’ request, in tribute to the old Hogarth Press style.—
Hermione Lee,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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Flames defenseman Zach Whitecloud received a video tribute at the first timeout of the opening period.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Diners are greeted by marigold garlands, murals reminiscent of South Asian truck art, and a playlist that’s a rotation of '80s Bollywood hits.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Thought to have been originally made in 1767, it was remodeled in 1937 by Garrard for Diana’s grandmother and featured a flowing garland design with stars and flowers.—
Eloise Moran,
InStyle,
31 Mar. 2026
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Individual components—such as wetness indicators, adhesives, dyes and fragrances—would also fall under the disclosure requirements.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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The pool won't win awards for its size or view, but the fragrance from the nearby frangipani trees and cool water is a welcome relief from the hot temperatures.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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That these last few years have been appropriately characterized as disappointing is a compliment to the 20 that preceded it.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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Reviewers, who cite receiving frequent compliments when sporting the style, say the shoes have ample arch support and are easy to put on.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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The boxy design further elevates the reversible pattern–big, bolder florals on one side, and delicate posies on the other.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2026
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Make a Posy That Speaks Volumes To make a small bouquet—aka a posy—use four or five kinds of flowers at most.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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Herbs and Spices A deep oven drawer might fit all your herb and spice jars in an orderly and easy-to-access fashion, but the warmth generated in this space can mean these seasonings will quickly lose their depth of flavor, aroma, and color.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
2 Apr. 2026
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Near the top of the purifier, there's an aroma pad box.—
John R. Delaney,
PC Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Bouquet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouquet. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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