budding

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Doncic hit daring fadeaway three-pointers, threw sky-high lobs to teammates and nailed a dramatic winning shot against the Nuggets at home to add cinematic highlights to his budding most valuable player case.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

After Scotty’s death, Ledger became a staple in Diem’s life, and the budding romance with Kenna tangles everyone into a gnarled knot of low-stakes deception and drama.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

The “Gunpowder and Lead” singer hit the singing competition’s stage for the show’s “Iconic Women”-themed night, showcasing her singing before offering advice to the budding pop stars.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

To build their system, the researchers used the budding yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, an organism widely used both in brewing and scientific research.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

Then, clearly, a thought occurred to Magister Spurge...that this must be one of those goblin insults that show budding friendship.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin