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as in successful
having attained a desired end or state of good fortune
our new landscaping business is thriving
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as in busy
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the once thriving downtown has fallen into steep decline since the new mall was built
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as in prosperous
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically
a thriving manufacturing community that is experiencing a tremendous growth in new jobs
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as in flourishing
to grow vigorously
these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight
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as in succeeding
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 thriving
Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
In this parallel 2012, the (fictional) Apollo astronaut's final resting place is the surface of Mars, where hundreds of people (families included) have now made the thriving Happy Valley base their permanent home.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 1 May 2026
Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
Nicole says her son still appeared healthy on the outside — thriving in school, playing sports and living life like many other 7-year-olds — despite what doctors were seeing medically.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
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Adjective
The process of growing complementary plants next to one another for mutual gain, companion planting helps encourage a thriving garden.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
In this parallel 2012, the (fictional) Apollo astronaut's final resting place is the surface of Mars, where hundreds of people (families included) have now made the thriving Happy Valley base their permanent home.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 1 May 2026
Verb
Hali saw the vibrant colors and thriving plants around the storefront as trophies of the time and attention the owners have put into creating a welcoming environment where people can enjoy a game or several with their friends.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
Nicole says her son still appeared healthy on the outside — thriving in school, playing sports and living life like many other 7-year-olds — despite what doctors were seeing medically.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thriving
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Taylor was running a successful barber shop in Loganville, Georgia, and was in the process of gaining his green card to continue living in the United States.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Fresh off the unbelievably successful Artemis II lunar flyby mission, NASA is gearing up for an ambitious slate of moon trips to establish a colony by 2036.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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With his decision made, Kerr will have a busy summer.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
10 May 2026
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The quick turnaround was a whirlwind for Griffin, who bolted from Westchester to the busy downtown Brooklyn streets.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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The book told of Miss Peterson’s search for her own ancestry and detailed her discovery of the prosperous, Black bourgeoisie, based largely in Brooklyn, that had played a principal role in the New York of the late nineteenth century.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
12 May 2026
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In my local community, my leadership has made our district safer, healthier, and more prosperous.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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But beneath the weight of la crisis, Garbán and peers such as DJ Babatr and Arca are flourishing globally.—
Marcos Sanoja,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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With the devotion of their adopted mother, all seven kittens are flourishing and will have a chance to find forever families.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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As reported, Stefano Rosso, chief executive officer of Marni and president of Maison Margiela, was appointed chairman of Aura last month, succeeding Prada’s Lorenzo Bertelli in the role.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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The early seeds for succeeding in a physical league have been planted.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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Along my walkway and all over my neighborhood, nasturtium flowers are opening like bright orange suns, fragrant lavender is attracting buzzing bees, and rosemary bushes are beginning to brighten with baby blue flowers.—
Senior Food Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
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Drawing inspiration from both family recipes and a buzzing street food culture, Ngon’s dishes are vibrant and packed with flavor.—
Nathanael Gassett,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Apr. 2026
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As travel to Europe increased by the turn of the century, arts journalists from Europe found audiences in the United States, and American journalists stationed overseas began writing about the prospering art scene across the Atlantic.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 Apr. 2026
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Know More Carlyle itself has been prospering lately.—
Miles Weiss,
semafor.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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People who know Key West's history a bit and have done some research before arriving.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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However, the virus is endemic in some areas of the country and Argentine authorities have found the couple, after arriving in Argentina on November 27, crossed back and forth over the border with neighboring Chile on several occasions before joining the cruise.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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“Thriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thriving. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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