bouquet

1
as in nosegay
a bunch of flowers I bought my wife a nice bouquet for her birthday

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2
as in scent
a sweet or pleasant smell this wine has a good bouquet

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3
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 Ellie's mother gave her a bouquet, while her friend did her hair, the bride told Jam Press. Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 20 Feb. 2025 Claridge’s Flowers has created a bespoke Hotel Il Pellicano bouquet that aims to conjure the feeling of the Tuscan coast with seasonal flowers wrapped in the yellow and white striped paper, recalling the hotel’s colors. Samantha Conti, WWD, 17 Feb. 2025 And there were many more wreaths and bouquets, so many that even the vestibule smelled like springtime. Dan Pompei, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025 McCarthy then walked into the frame holding a giant gold and pink balloon bouquet as the two burst into laughter. Janelle Ash, Fox News, 18 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bouquet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouquet
Noun
  • 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
  • The Classic brings us quite the bright nosegay of favorites in Medina Spirit, whose hardy Derby win and subsequent drug tribulations literally rocked the sport back on its heels this summer, and his rival Essential Quality.
    Guy Martin, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2021
Noun
  • The steam created from the heated lemon water loosens the debris, and the lemon creates a clean, fresh scent throughout.
    Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Daniel Edwards grew up immersed in the sights and sounds of construction — the scent of sawdust and the hum of machinery hauling lumber.
    J.M. Banks, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The name Gathright Dam pays tribute to Thomas Gathright, the man whose land the Jackson River flooded prior to the impoundment being built.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2025
  • Hackman was recognized for his Oscar-winning performance in the film by actor Viola Davis, who paid tribute to the legendary actor after his death.
    Stephanie Giang-Paunon, Fox News, 1 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The team excels at infusing a rustic, outdoorsy charm (think barnyard doors and woodsy garlands) with showstopping elements like a fireworks display over the newlywed couple.
    Vogue, Vogue, 13 Feb. 2025
  • Dust and grime can become caked on as the garland sits in storage for months on end, leading to a garland that looks far worse by the next holiday season.
    Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Its peppermint fragrance is stronger than that of the peppermint (Mentha x piperita) that is commonly grown in herb gardens.
    Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Beccari highlighted that Vuitton introduced its first fragrances almost a century ago, referring to Heures d’Absence from 1927 and Je, Tu, Il from 1928.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 5 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • There were plenty of compliments to go around at the 2025 Oscars with all the stunning looks walking down the red carpet.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
  • You were supposed to be mild and shower them with compliments, rather than be demeaning.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Direct address is also the strength of the posy rings at Les Enluminures (A6), a dealer known for miniatures of the Middle Ages and Renaissance.
    Walker Mimms, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
  • One of these fashions was a trend started by the queen herself: the posy holder.
    Carol A. Grissom, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024
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  • The interaction between the spirit and the wood over the years develops the complex flavors, beautiful color and signature aromas that attract worldwide attention.
    Jeremy Kasler, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The sea notes take some time to reveal themselves—you’ll first notice smoky styrax and rich oud, which gives the fragrance an earthy and almost gasoline-like aroma.
    Emily Orofino, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2025

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“Bouquet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouquet. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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