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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
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.
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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
Precisely the service on which the Norwegian thrives.
—Elias Burke, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
What This Means For Procurement Leaders Many marketing procurement professionals are attending industry events to exchange insights, particularly in areas where innovation thrives, but measurable results are still emerging.
—Bruno Gralpois, Forbes, 3 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
The bird thrives in alpine grasslands, feeding on tussock grass by stripping its leaves to reach the soft bases.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
This dynamic culture thrives as each generation’s unique perspectives are valued.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Also, because the yeast thrives in moist, sebum-rich environments, piling on extra creams and lotions would probably make an SD flare-up even worse.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
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
Precisely the service on which the Norwegian thrives.
—Elias Burke, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
What This Means For Procurement Leaders Many marketing procurement professionals are attending industry events to exchange insights, particularly in areas where innovation thrives, but measurable results are still emerging.
—Bruno Gralpois, Forbes, 3 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
The bird thrives in alpine grasslands, feeding on tussock grass by stripping its leaves to reach the soft bases.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
This dynamic culture thrives as each generation’s unique perspectives are valued.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Also, because the yeast thrives in moist, sebum-rich environments, piling on extra creams and lotions would probably make an SD flare-up even worse.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrives
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The same tune nearly succeeds in the same way on the R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales chart, which is more all-encompassing—and thus, more competitive.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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These can provide significant financial rewards if the company succeeds or goes public down the line.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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Soraya excels in science and math, and dreams of becoming a doctor an accountant.—
Maryanne Murray Buechner,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Homeschooling excels at weaving personal interests into academic requirements.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Thrives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrives. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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