budding
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It is suitable for young operaphiles-in-training and budding sopranos and directors alike.
She knew he was keeping their budding romance a secret from his parents.
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David, the budding mogul, is not only backed by father Larry’s Oracle wealth.
When his parents went looking for a space where their budding phenom might have the chance to grow into a larger loop, they settled on the Pettit.
“Your success will bring me greater joy. Going by your last report, we have a budding doctor in the family! Or lawyer! Isn’t it, Aku?”
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