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as in successful
having attained a desired end or state of good fortune
a flourishing actor in the early years of the talkies
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as in thriving
marked by much life, movement, or activity
a flourishing market in sports memorabilia
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as in prosperous
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically
a flourishing community that has become a major beneficiary of the high-tech boom
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as in flowering
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as in prospering
to grow vigorously
that plant flourishes in cool, wet weather
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as in succeeding
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
the arts program flourished once it received adequate funding
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Recent Examples of flourishing
Amy Blankson, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Indeed, this is a moment when all those who care about the contributions that U.S. universities in partnership with the federal government have made to a competitive and flourishing American society to speak out.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 19 Apr. 2025
The brand is approaching its first birthday and seems to be growing and flourishing, selling not just clothing but shoes and other golf accessories.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
The paintings will offer visitors a glimpse into the society and artistic traditions of the time including scenes of everyday life, landscapes and portraits, reflecting the values and prosperity of the Dutch Republic during a flourishing period of economic expansion and global trade.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
According to Harvard’s Human Flourishing Program, flourishing is defined as a state in which all aspects of a person's life are good—not perfect, but meaningfully supported.
—Amy Blankson, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Indeed, this is a moment when all those who care about the contributions that U.S. universities in partnership with the federal government have made to a competitive and flourishing American society to speak out.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 19 Apr. 2025
The brand is approaching its first birthday and seems to be growing and flourishing, selling not just clothing but shoes and other golf accessories.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
The paintings will offer visitors a glimpse into the society and artistic traditions of the time including scenes of everyday life, landscapes and portraits, reflecting the values and prosperity of the Dutch Republic during a flourishing period of economic expansion and global trade.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flourishing
Adjective
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Russia’s attacks on Friday come two days after Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to retaliate against Ukraine for its highly successful Operation Spider’s Web covert strike on Russia on June 1.—
Christopher Tremoglie,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
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The Royals were also successful with runners in scoring position (RISP).—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
6 June 2025
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This includes tech startups like Queen One, which just signed a 10-year lease for its new headquarters in Williamsburg, joining a thriving innovation ecosystem in Brooklyn and contributing to New York City’s status as the applied AI capital of the world.—
Adolfo Carrión Jr,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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Once a thriving port city, Ephesus is thought to have been originally settled around 1200 BCE, towards the end of the Bronze age.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The back half of Barbarian takes us back to 1981, a more prosperous time for the neighborhood.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
1 June 2025
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Keep in mind the child has time on his/her side to pay for the loan, save for retirement and enjoy an overall prosperous life, while the parent will run out of time much sooner to pay for retirement.—
David Kudla,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The Kampong in Coconut Grove protects Miami’s oldest royal poinciana, chosen by the Fairchild family, and other majestic poincianas, including some rare yellow flowering cultivars.—
CHRISTINA MAYO,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2025
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As the heat of summer sets in, many plants take a break from flowering, but these stellar selections continue to bloom all season long.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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But battling isn’t the same as succeeding.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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As job roles continue to shift, the professionals who can combine technical knowledge with creativity, emotional intelligence, and adaptability will be the ones driving change and succeeding in the future of work.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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In the summer, people here are too busy enjoying themselves—drinking on patios, reading languorous books, stretching weekends in Crystal Beach or Sherkston out over three, four, five days—to do much of any importance.—
Aidan Ryan
June 4,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
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But given her busy schedule, Burke said, it’s been a hard date to nail down.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Get a grip on this vibrant trend with designer tips for using colorful hardware in your home.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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The vibrant nightlife scene was rounded out each day of runway shows and networking opportunities, with Miami’s legendary party culture infusing the Swim Week energy.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Part of that maturation is figuring out how to negotiate the natural ebb and flow of the game.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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That is because late developers catch up and those who stood out for early physical maturation sometimes lack top technical and tactical skills.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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“Flourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flourishing. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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