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as in blooming
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
the skiing season is usually in full flower by Christmas
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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
without exception, the flower of this year's graduating class will be going to prestigious colleges
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Recent Examples of flower
Shawna Chen, Axios, 23 Jan. 2025
Where have all those flowers gone? Follow me on LinkedIn.
—Eli Amdur, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2025
The significant amount of pollen which accumulates on the wolves’ muzzles — and the fact that some individuals were seen visiting up to 30 different blooms in a single foray — could mean the wolves help pollinate the plant by transporting pollen from flower to flower, according to Sillero.
—Alex Rodway, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair: Prepare for the new lunar year with your pick of flowers and fruits.
—Shawna Chen, Axios, 23 Jan. 2025
Where have all those flowers gone? Follow me on LinkedIn.
—Eli Amdur, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
Some varieties in the sasanqua genus started to flower in October and should continue through early winter.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2025
The significant amount of pollen which accumulates on the wolves’ muzzles — and the fact that some individuals were seen visiting up to 30 different blooms in a single foray — could mean the wolves help pollinate the plant by transporting pollen from flower to flower, according to Sillero.
—Alex Rodway, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flower
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The crape myrtles usually resume growth in spring and produce lots of blooms.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
18 Jan. 2025
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Two-inch blooms cover compact 12-inch-high mounded plants.—
Dawn Pettinelli,
Hartford Courant,
18 Jan. 2025
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Adjust this setting using recording software and compare results to see what sounds bests.—
Parker Hall,
WIRED,
29 Jan. 2025
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Reese, a Randallstown native and St. Frances graduate who eclipsed previous career bests of 24 points and 16 rebounds, and Queen, a Baltimore resident, propelled the Terps to outscore the Fighting Illini in the paint, 62-34.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
24 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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Greek philosopher Aristotle used the term to describe the rule of aristocracy, or elite powerful societal class, according to National Geographic.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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As in all Hermès product categories, the equestrian theme runs throughout, reflecting the brand’s roots as a saddler to Parisian aristocracy.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
21 Nov. 2024
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The menswear offering will feature bold and masculine colors such as burgundy, gray, camel, cognac, chocolate, peacock blue, cream and military green.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
WWD,
17 Jan. 2025
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Stir in cream; cook, stirring constantly, until heated through, about 1 minute.—
Renu Dhar,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2025
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From the blues and golds of the breathtaking Southern Ring Nebula to the pinks, oranges and purples of the Cassiopeia A supernova remnant, James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) images render the universe in brilliant color.—
Rebecca Sohn,
Space.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Sweet Pink by Alo There’s no time like now to color your workout the dreamiest shade of pink.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Neale explained that the cattle were organized in a matriarchy, with a female at the top of the pecking order.—
Leslie Jamison,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Paired with a classic black knit top and understated loafers, this outfit strikes a balance between professional and comfortable—ideal for Clare’s dynamic workday.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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More than a century ago, elite, Republican hunters — most famously, Teddy Roosevelt — witnessed the decline of charismatic species like bison and used their power to protect them.—
Benji Jones,
Vox,
28 Jan. 2025
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Individual history is great to have, as Barkley has mentioned wanting to be in the same conversation as Davis, Barry Sanders, Eric Dickerson and many other running back elites the moment the Giants took him second overall out of Penn State.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Flower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flower. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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