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: to grow vigorously : flourish
thriving emotionally/intellectually/spiritually
Many annuals and perennials need plenty of sunlight to thrive.—
Lauren David
Lauren David2
: to gain in wealth or possessions : prosper
One restaurant thriving as lower income consumers pull back is Olive Garden.—Francisco Velasquez
Francisco Velasquez3
: to progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances
thrives under pressure
—often used with onthrives on conflict
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
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Goodson explains that pomegranates thrive in warm climates and are widely enjoyed around the world.
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2 July 2026
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2 July 2026
Use the following pro tips to help your ficus thrive for years to come.
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Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2026
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Rancho Mirage, a luxurious California desert escape, thrives even in summer's intense heat, drawing visitors with stunning landscapes and discounted five-star resorts like The Ritz-Carlton and Omni Rancho Las Palmas.
—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Families say their kids thrive in mainstream classes The moves have created a deep sense of uncertainty for students with disabilities.
—
Annie Ma,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Use the following pro tips to help your ficus thrive for years to come.
—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2026
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“Thrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrive. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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