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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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These minerals were critical for the burgeoning electronics industry — and for the weapons demanded by the growing arms race with the Soviet Union.
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Duncan Money / Made By History, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
Jackman and Foster, who maybe fell in love while doing The Music Man together on Broadway, could choose to honor their burgeoning love with a cameo appearance and little duet at each other’s shows.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, their eldest daughter, Tess, a 25-year-old former international debutante and burgeoning lifestyle influencer, has been responding to her more than 22,000 Instagram followers interested in her outfit of the day.
—Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Jan. 2025
Amazona With two top handles and an elegantly rectangular frame reminiscent of a doctor’s bag, the Amazona was envisioned as an accessory to accompany the burgeoning female workforce to the office in the 1970s.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
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Duncan Money / Made By History, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
Jackman and Foster, who maybe fell in love while doing The Music Man together on Broadway, could choose to honor their burgeoning love with a cameo appearance and little duet at each other’s shows.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, their eldest daughter, Tess, a 25-year-old former international debutante and burgeoning lifestyle influencer, has been responding to her more than 22,000 Instagram followers interested in her outfit of the day.
—Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Jan. 2025
Amazona With two top handles and an elegantly rectangular frame reminiscent of a doctor’s bag, the Amazona was envisioned as an accessory to accompany the burgeoning female workforce to the office in the 1970s.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
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Investment in women's health is increasing, from VC to private equity.Geri Stengel, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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The World Health Organization (WHO) wrote in its 2024 global tuberculosis report cases of the disease had increased internationally, with 8.2 million people worldwide being diagnosed in 2023.Kristina Watrobski, Baltimore Sun, 14 Jan. 2025
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In fact, the city’s luxury travel scene is flourishing with world-class hotels, fine dining and exclusive excursions.Ching Dee, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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After a rough early patch, the business flourished, and Carter became increasingly active in community affairs and politics.Susan Page, USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2024
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However, these plants bloom at different times so rather than going by the calendar, use the rule of thumb to prune after they are done flowering.Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2025
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In this season of the Apple TV+ series, video game programmers confront new challenges, including a shifting video game landscape, as stars rise, egos clash, and new relationships bloom.Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025
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Temperatures will rise throughout the day, with a high of 50 degrees forecast for the Metroplex.Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2025
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When power outages stretch out over several days, incidents of gastrointestinal illness often rise, Casey says.Maria Godoy, NPR, 11 Jan. 2025
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Parker Solar Probe's ability to thrive in the hostile environment around the Sun is a tribute to the team that designed and built this remarkable spacecraft.Stephen Smith, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
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Here's what to know about the best types to grow and how to keep them thriving in your home.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
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Without fertilizer, houseplants can become stunted and stop flowering and their leaves may turn yellow or brown.Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bigleaf Hydrangeas Remember that bigleaf hydrangeas bloom on old wood, so wait until after the plants complete flowering in summer to prune.Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
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Republican lawmakers are still hashing out what will be included in the first reconciliation package, although most expect the bill to be primarily focused on extending or expanding 2017-era tax cuts, at a minimum.Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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The Malayalam feature marks KVN’s entry into the language as the production house continues expanding its pan-Indian footprint.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Jan. 2025
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Lebanon’s economy blossomed after the civil war because of remittances from overseas Lebanese and investment from Arab nations.Aryn Baker, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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Regardless of what the Emmys and Golden Globes awarded, comedy in 2024 was actually blossoming, thriving, and everywhere for those with eyes to see.Vulture Staff, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Burgeon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/burgeon. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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