blooming
word · lemma: bloom
Definition
When a plant is 'blooming', it is producing flowers. It can also mean that something or someone is growing or developing in a positive way.
Usage & Nuances
'Blooming' is used both literally (for flowers) and figuratively (for people, businesses, etc.). Informally in British English, it can be a mild exclamation (e.g., 'It's blooming cold!'). Common collocations: 'blooming flowers', 'blooming business', 'blooming youth'. Don't confuse with 'blossoming'—they are often interchangeable but 'blooming' focuses more on the presence of flowers or visible results.
Example Sentences
The roses are blooming in the garden.
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In spring, many trees start blooming.
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Her business is blooming this year.
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He's a blooming genius when it comes to math!
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The city is blooming with new restaurants and cafes.
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It’s blooming hard to find parking downtown these days!
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