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as in to succeed
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
going to a school for gifted students will help him thrive as a musical prodigy
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Ambrose lent her vision to other era-defining videos as her entrepreneurial life thrived.
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
Businesses thrive in such cities, so huge organizations can provide better salaries to the best talents.
—Kyle J. Russell, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Sep. 2024
Their work exemplifies the kind of leadership and vision necessary to thrive in the competitive world of wealth management today.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 5 Sep. 2024
These allergens can grow, thrive, and spread in a humid environment.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 5 Sep. 2024
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
Businesses thrive in such cities, so huge organizations can provide better salaries to the best talents.
—Kyle J. Russell, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Sep. 2024
Their work exemplifies the kind of leadership and vision necessary to thrive in the competitive world of wealth management today.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 5 Sep. 2024
These allergens can grow, thrive, and spread in a humid environment.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 5 Sep. 2024
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“Thrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrive. Accessed 14 Sep. 2024.
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