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as in flourishes
to grow vigorously
these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight
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as in succeeds
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
going to a school for gifted students will help him thrive as a musical prodigy
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Recent Examples of thrives
In modern America, the three strongest predictors of whether a city thrives or dies is median January temperature, public safety and the human capital of its people.
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Jens Ludwig, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
As a low-maintenance tree, the mulberry thrives in various soil types and is drought-tolerant once established.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
My job thrives when dramatic things happen.
—Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The world benefits when science thrives.
—Caroline Wagner, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2026
By promoting a supportive environment, encouraging open communication, and providing opportunities for growth and recognition, organizations can cultivate a culture where positive energy thrives, driving productivity, innovation, and employee satisfaction.
—Rebecca Ahmed, Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
This gorgeous, easygoing perennial thrives in poor soil and drought conditions.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Painting is where my queerness thrives.
—Gabe Montesanti, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
The plant thrives with cooler temperatures and won't do well in the hot, humid summers of the Coastal South.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
Jens Ludwig, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
As a low-maintenance tree, the mulberry thrives in various soil types and is drought-tolerant once established.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
My job thrives when dramatic things happen.
—Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The world benefits when science thrives.
—Caroline Wagner, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2026
By promoting a supportive environment, encouraging open communication, and providing opportunities for growth and recognition, organizations can cultivate a culture where positive energy thrives, driving productivity, innovation, and employee satisfaction.
—Rebecca Ahmed, Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
This gorgeous, easygoing perennial thrives in poor soil and drought conditions.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Painting is where my queerness thrives.
—Gabe Montesanti, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
The plant thrives with cooler temperatures and won't do well in the hot, humid summers of the Coastal South.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrives
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Wildflowers dot the park’s floor during the warmer months, like spring snowdrops, bellwort, Dutchman’s breeches, and wild roses; Iowa’s pretty pink state flower (the prairie rose) also flourishes here from June through August.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Midwest Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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Connection flourishes in every season of life when expectations are realistic and commitment is mutual.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
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Simply because someone else succeeds doesn’t mean that the proverbial well of success has run dry.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Gowariker succeeds Shekhar Kapur, who served a two-year term as festival director across the 55th and 56th editions.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 May 2026
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That is why Florida Republicans are taking the lead to make sure the state prospers as AI advances, instead of letting Silicon Valley write the rules.—
Brendan Steinhauser,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Conditions Boxwood prospers when it is grown in full sun to part shade.—
Lauren Dunec Hoang,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Mar. 2026
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The news arrives amid a headline-making time for the Summer House star, who is currently at the center of a reality TV scandal.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Apr. 2026
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But two decades on, the sequel (in theaters May 1) arrives in an extremely different landscape, which has forced media companies to tighten their belts as page views plummet and AI surges.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Bain excels in a few other areas that happen to be vital for those chasing QBs for a living.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The German standout excels at finding space, even when closely marked, and has a knack for timing her runs to create separation.—
Fernando Ramirez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Thrives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrives. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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