1
: to grow vigorously : flourish
2
: to gain in wealth or possessions : prosper
3
: to progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances
—often used with on
thrives 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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The next phase of Europe’s technology story should not be defined by bubbles or backlogs, but by building markets that allow its companies to scale sustainably, list locally, and thrive globally.
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Aman Ghei, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
The industry is currently confronting an existential threat to its once-thriving theatrical culture.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Sep. 2025
With love and intention, interracial couples can thrive.
—September 27, NPR, 27 Sep. 2025
At just over 13 pounds now and 9 months old, Eloise is thriving.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
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Aman Ghei, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
The industry is currently confronting an existential threat to its once-thriving theatrical culture.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Sep. 2025
With love and intention, interracial couples can thrive.
—September 27, NPR, 27 Sep. 2025
At just over 13 pounds now and 9 months old, Eloise is thriving.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for thrive
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“Thrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrive. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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