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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
Though the Thunder’s identity will start with Gilgeous-Alexander, Antetokounmpo thrives best with elite shooters around him.
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Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
But the Missourian thrives, because it is subsidized by the university.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
Smokebush thrives in clay soil, either moist or dry, and tolerates drought once established.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
How Black Spot Spreads This fungus thrives in moist, humid conditions and moderate temperatures.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2026
This summer staple is a warm-season crop that thrives in warm soil, full sun, and evenly moist, well-draining conditions.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026
This mindful approach also helps reduce anxiety and insecurity by reinforcing the idea that love thrives in an environment where both partners feel valued as individuals.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Ewers thrives when on-schedule but shows cracks when the pocket gets heated up.
—Dane Brugler, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Once a booming mining hub, Jerome now thrives as a vibrant tourist destination with a hauntingly rich past.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
But the Missourian thrives, because it is subsidized by the university.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
Smokebush thrives in clay soil, either moist or dry, and tolerates drought once established.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
How Black Spot Spreads This fungus thrives in moist, humid conditions and moderate temperatures.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2026
This summer staple is a warm-season crop that thrives in warm soil, full sun, and evenly moist, well-draining conditions.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026
This mindful approach also helps reduce anxiety and insecurity by reinforcing the idea that love thrives in an environment where both partners feel valued as individuals.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Ewers thrives when on-schedule but shows cracks when the pocket gets heated up.
—Dane Brugler, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Once a booming mining hub, Jerome now thrives as a vibrant tourist destination with a hauntingly rich past.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 3 Jan. 2025
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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The biology itself, the metabolic state that determines whether a run succeeds or fails, has historically been only partially observable.—
Hamid Noori,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Kittelberger succeeds Kyla Ghirardello, Miss Bel Air 2025, and is the 16th consecutive title holder.—
Aegis,
Baltimore Sun,
28 May 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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Texas’ Teagan Kavan, the most outstanding player of the 2025 series, arrives on the heels of a shutout pitching performance in the semifinal round.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The appointment arrives just ahead of the United Nations' International Day of Play on June 11, which highlights the importance of play as a fundamental right for children.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Harris not only excels on the oval, but also on the gridiron.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 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,
29 May 2026
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“Thrives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrives. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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