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as in thrives
to grow vigorously
that plant flourishes in cool, wet weather
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as in succeeds
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
the arts program flourished once it received adequate funding
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Recent Examples of flourishes
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 May 2026
Every stentorian chord became a hammer blow, flourishes intensified into fusillades, a tense pause into an apocalypse.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Hundreds of people watched from Pomona College’s historic Bridges Auditorium, a Renaissance Revival-style landmark with Art Deco flourishes that was once among the premier performance venues in Southern California.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
This could be the 49ers’ best interior presence in years, so long as Odighizuwa flourishes away from the Cowboys and is complemented by the youngsters next to him.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
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
Connection flourishes in every season of life when expectations are realistic and commitment is mutual.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
Create a flower bed that flourishes in winter, spring, summer, and fall by growing flowers that bloom across all four seasons, says Simon Thompson, botanical horticulturist at Kew Gardens.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
This time around, his recording studio morphed from a playground into a haven, its familiar walls allowing the type of creativity that only flourishes in private spaces—a luxury for the band at that time.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
Basil flourishes in full sun and moist, well-draining soil.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 May 2026
Every stentorian chord became a hammer blow, flourishes intensified into fusillades, a tense pause into an apocalypse.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Hundreds of people watched from Pomona College’s historic Bridges Auditorium, a Renaissance Revival-style landmark with Art Deco flourishes that was once among the premier performance venues in Southern California.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
This could be the 49ers’ best interior presence in years, so long as Odighizuwa flourishes away from the Cowboys and is complemented by the youngsters next to him.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
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
Connection flourishes in every season of life when expectations are realistic and commitment is mutual.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
Create a flower bed that flourishes in winter, spring, summer, and fall by growing flowers that bloom across all four seasons, says Simon Thompson, botanical horticulturist at Kew Gardens.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
This time around, his recording studio morphed from a playground into a haven, its familiar walls allowing the type of creativity that only flourishes in private spaces—a luxury for the band at that time.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flourishes
Verb
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In that vacuum, fakery thrives.—
Lane Brown,
Vulture,
15 May 2026
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Urgency thrives in unspoken risk.—
Gerald J. Leonard,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Verb
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If a project succeeds, connect your contribution to the outcome in a clear and honest way.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Bryan succeeds Nancy Buese, who has stepped down by mutual agreement and will remain with CRH for a three-month period to support a smooth transition.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
Noun
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For its part, Viking is making waves in the South Atlantic, a region that rarely sees repositioning cruises.—
Scott Laird,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
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The outlooks, published every six hours throughout the season, flag tropical waves or potential disturbances that the center is watching for potential development.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
Noun
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In moments like these, KAVARI carves intricate filigrees out of monolithic blocks of sound, keeping the spiky moments from devolving into overly indulgent harsh noise (for fans of the latter, try her side project EEL BLOOD).—
James Gui,
Pitchfork,
6 Feb. 2026
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Mancuso’s cascading lines and shimmering filigrees are dazzling, yet almost instantly bring to mind the work of Beck, Vai, Eric Johnson, Eddie Van Halen and other legends who inspired him.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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When a young and charismatic actor arrives to study under the fallen master, an intense triangle of manipulation, desire and performance begins to unfold.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Set in 1858 and adapted by Virginia Feito from her own novel, Victorian Psycho stars Monroe as Winifred Notty, an idiosyncratic young woman who arrives at the wealthy Pounds family’s old gothic manor, claiming to be the house’s new governess.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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Two centuries later, frills and flounces are back in style on the heels of the cottagecore bedding scene, allowing your bedscape to embrace its softer side.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Feb. 2026
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When Hyacinth flounces off to check the hall, Eloise hot on her trail, Sophie begs for a moment of Violet’s time.—
Christina Grace Tucker,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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 garment featured a knee-length, high-low design with ruffles at the hem.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Sequins, ruffles and 3D polka dots Demi Moore, Jane Fonda and Maika Monroe were among the stars showcasing the best looks at the Cannes Film Festival.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
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“Flourishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flourishes. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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