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as in blooming
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
a handsome young man in the full bloom of youth
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as in blush
a rosy appearance (of the cheeks)
after a snowball fight, she came inside with a bloom on her cheeks
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as in to blush
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment)
she arrived at the house, blooming from her vigorous walk
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Recent Examples of bloom
Elly Fishman, New York Times, 22 May 2025
This tropical plant requires bright, indirect light during the day to produce blooms.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2025
Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 May 2025
As the earth flourishes with blooming flowers, this full moon offers a unique opportunity to incorporate cannabis into your spiritual practice.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 12 May 2025
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Noun
Image At 70, Alvarez’s five-decade career is in full bloom this month.
—Elly Fishman, New York Times, 22 May 2025
This tropical plant requires bright, indirect light during the day to produce blooms.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2025
Verb
Named for the colorful wildflowers that bloom across North America and Europe this time of year, the May full moon is also known as the Milk Moon, Hare's Moon, or Corn Moon over the centuries, according to NASA.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 May 2025
As the earth flourishes with blooming flowers, this full moon offers a unique opportunity to incorporate cannabis into your spiritual practice.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bloom
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Her complexion was, for the most part, even with touches of cool-toned contour and pink blush.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
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Her glam included an elevated updo that brought the attention to her bright peachy blush and light pink lip gloss.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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For dinner, guests selected from four menu items before enjoying wedding cake adorned with cascading flowers.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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The warm floral scent—courtesy of watermelon, lychee, and edelweiss flower—not only perfumes but also helps shield strands from oxidative stress.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
25 May 2025
Verb
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Flanigan had shared several photos on social media of her children and a blossoming baby bump in 2021.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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Meanwhile, romance with someone different or from another culture might blossom.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
23 May 2025
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The portals glow alluringly, the fountains dance in low light, and the Celestial Carousel is an other-worldly beacon.—
Mackenzie Schmidt,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Learn about the tiny organisms that create glowing waters during this magical experience.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 May 2025
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At 28 years old, Brown is still very much in his prime.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 May 2025
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First of all, just tragic, these two young people about to get engaged and in the prime of their lives—their lives were just taken away from them.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
23 May 2025
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Light: The first and shortest boiling produces the sweetest and lightest in color molasses, with 65 percent sucrose (a type of sugar).—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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For those looking for extra color choices—rust, purple, and green—consider Biselina’s ruffle duvet cover and shams.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
24 May 2025
Verb
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Have the Yankees used that fifth inning for motivation or just flushed it?—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Both teams have lineups flush with guys who can knock down the triple.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
18 May 2025
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Other steps to help reduce damage include face masks or glasses made to shield blue light, or just simply lowering the brightness of your phone.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Discover Magazine,
21 May 2025
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Both cameras capture good detail and color (for a tablet) without overdoing the brightness.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 May 2025
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“Bloom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bloom. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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