boutonniere

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We turned that over and over during the drive that followed until I burst out laughing — the crazed kind that might result from being sprayed in the face by the Joker's trick boutonniere.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2024

Meanwhile, the wedding vendors in Michigan have been "completely understanding" with the sudden change of plans, by refunding the money for the best man's suit, boutonniere and meal, Perry said.

From Fox News • Aug. 21, 2021

Mr. Barasch tucked a boutonniere of wildflowers into his front pant pocket; Mr. Hammond wore hand painted flowers trailing from his chest pocket.

From New York Times • Aug. 20, 2021

Another friend, Tania Rios, found a local florist to make a boutonniere and a bouquet, which Adam would later drag through the cake icing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2020

He gives me a bone-white corsage for my wrist, and Mom helps me pin a boutonniere to the lapel of his tux.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli