thrive

verb

ˈthrīv

thrived or throve ˈthrōv

; thrived also thriven ˈthri-vən

; thriving ˈthrī-viŋ

Synonyms of thrive next

intransitive verb

: to grow vigorously : flourish

: to gain in wealth or possessions : prosper

: to progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances

—often used with on

thrives on conflict

thriver

ˈthrī-vər

noun

Examples of thrive in a Sentence

these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight going to a school for gifted students will help him thrive as a musical prodigy

Recent Examples on the Web Black business districts and citizens thriving during Reconstruction only to be stamped down by a century of racial terror, Jim Crow segregation, and racist urban renewal. —

Chadd Scott, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023 The Social Evil Ordinance was short-lived—it was repealed in 1874—yet the oldest profession continued to thrive as the Gateway to the West expanded its reign as a bustling port along the Mississippi. —

Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Nov. 2023 As for the District’s broader revitalization vision, Albert said the Downtown Action Plan will seek to leverage downtown D.C.’s existing strengths, such as trying to attract businesses that thrive in proximity to the federal government. —

Michael Brice-Saddler, Washington Post, 29 Nov. 2023 Keep an eye out for his upcoming singles, and remember his promise to pay it forward, ensuring that the magic of music continues to thrive in the hearts of future generations. —

Christian Anderson, Billboard, 29 Nov. 2023 Ad-free streaming services like Netflix were booming and ad blockers for the web were thriving. —

Suzanne Vranica, WSJ, 28 Nov. 2023 The city as an international commercial hub could thrive, but the city as liberal, cosmopolitan enclave may wither. —

Simon Curtis and Ian Klaus, Foreign Affairs, 27 Nov. 2023 Despite the threat of war or sanctions amid rising geopolitical tensions, artificial intelligence is likely to rapidly increase productivity and help the economy thrive, according to the Wall Street veterans. —

Bywill Daniel, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2023 Hardened by a five-year, record-setting career at UCLA and a high school tenure that tested his patience, Thompson-Robinson is getting his shot to thrive in the NFL. —

Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2023 See More

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