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as in flourishes
to grow vigorously
these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight
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as in succeeds
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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Recent Examples of thrives
At least one expert, however, said the green could linger for months because algae thrives in summer heat.
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Robert Abitbol, USA Today, 20 June 2026
Lenders, meanwhile, are more protected from wipeouts, but can only get their money back, plus a little interest, if the company thrives.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 18 June 2026
Let’s see who thrives and who struggles now that these two have become ones.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Collaboration thrives when your uniqueness stays visible.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Your practical nature thrives when compassion meets detail, so tidy your schedule and choose the simplest next promise.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026
One of the most influential explanations for why desire thrives (or declines) over time comes from self-expansion theory, developed by psychologists Arthur and Elaine Aron, which argues that humans are motivated to grow, learn and broaden their sense of self throughout life.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Another plant that thrives in the summer heat is the black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia).
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Then unseasonal rains in January exposed plants to early blight, fungal disease that thrives in wet conditions.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
Robert Abitbol, USA Today, 20 June 2026
Lenders, meanwhile, are more protected from wipeouts, but can only get their money back, plus a little interest, if the company thrives.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 18 June 2026
Let’s see who thrives and who struggles now that these two have become ones.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Collaboration thrives when your uniqueness stays visible.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Your practical nature thrives when compassion meets detail, so tidy your schedule and choose the simplest next promise.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026
One of the most influential explanations for why desire thrives (or declines) over time comes from self-expansion theory, developed by psychologists Arthur and Elaine Aron, which argues that humans are motivated to grow, learn and broaden their sense of self throughout life.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Another plant that thrives in the summer heat is the black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia).
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Then unseasonal rains in January exposed plants to early blight, fungal disease that thrives in wet conditions.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrives
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In the open-concept living and dining areas, classic architecture flourishes against a modern color palette and contemporary furnishings.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
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Designing a life and family that flourishes beyond it is the true work.—
Royce Ramey,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Scenes of Cameron trauma-bonding with peers Jane Fonda (Sasha Lane) and Adam Red Eagle (Forrest Goodluck) add some levity, but Cameron Post succeeds in its aim to haunt.—
Rachel Simon,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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No wonder then that despite complete control over every decision, the IPO was such a success – the market sees that the bet on SpaceX only succeeds if Musk gets to make the decision.—
Vineer Bhansali,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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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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South Korea arrives with a mix of European experience and a hunger for glory.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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When everyone arrives, Zack, Benji, Schwartz, Danny, and Luke are all at the swim-up bar as the storm clouds roll into the resort.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
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Why The Trifle Is The Best Party Dessert Enter the chocolate trifle, a beloved Southern staple, courtesy of a good friend who excels at hospitality but values shortcuts.—
Kathryn Streeter,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
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Our press corps currently excels in pursuing and finding the truth in many difficult situations.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
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“Thrives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrives. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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