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as in successful
having attained a desired end or state of good fortune
a flourishing actor in the early years of the talkies
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as in thriving
marked by much life, movement, or activity
a flourishing market in sports memorabilia
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as in prosperous
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically
a flourishing community that has become a major beneficiary of the high-tech boom
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as in flowering
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as in prospering
to grow vigorously
that plant flourishes in cool, wet weather
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as in succeeding
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
the arts program flourished once it received adequate funding
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Recent Examples of flourishing
Winnie Sun, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2024
Without a flourishing and clean environment, there will be no animals to hunt or fish to catch.
—Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 14 July 2024
Two more truths to consider: The anti-Black backlash to Barack Obama’s presidency is alive and flourishing; and this country still isn’t convinced a woman can or should be president — just ask Hillary.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2024
Some of this difficulty is thanks to online booking as well as a flourishing alternative market for reservations secured through bots and fake phone numbers.
—Beth Greenfield, Fortune, 1 July 2024
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—Winnie Sun, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2024
Without a flourishing and clean environment, there will be no animals to hunt or fish to catch.
—Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 14 July 2024
Two more truths to consider: The anti-Black backlash to Barack Obama’s presidency is alive and flourishing; and this country still isn’t convinced a woman can or should be president — just ask Hillary.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2024
Some of this difficulty is thanks to online booking as well as a flourishing alternative market for reservations secured through bots and fake phone numbers.
—Beth Greenfield, Fortune, 1 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flourishing
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To mark the start of this era, uniting F1’s most successful driver and most successful team, every detail had to be meticulously planned.—
Luke Smith,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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When these moments are successful, Blichfedlt’s appropriately gruesome experiments with body horror also underscore Elvira’s growing desperation to be beautiful.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Jan. 2025
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Other photographers across the city, known for its thriving creative community, are lending their skills in similar ways.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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Over the years, the school has grown from a small institution into a thriving educational complex serving almost 1,000 students in grades 6-12.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
15 Jan. 2025
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Our top priority will be to create a nation that is proud, prosperous and free.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
21 Jan. 2025
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And our top priority will be to create a nation that is proud, prosperous and free.—
Axios,
Axios,
20 Jan. 2025
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An inadequate water supply during flowering can decrease production.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2025
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The leafless, hollow flowering stems are usually the first thing to emerge from the bulb, followed by the foliage.—
Janet Carson,
arkansasonline.com,
30 Dec. 2024
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But battling isn’t the same as succeeding.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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As job roles continue to shift, the professionals who can combine technical knowledge with creativity, emotional intelligence, and adaptability will be the ones driving change and succeeding in the future of work.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
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While Musk was busy rubbing elbows with other billionaires at the event — namely, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Bezos' fiancée, Lauren Sanchez — all eyes were on Musk and Zilis' interaction, as the two keep their exact relationship status private.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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What is the key to successfully managing you busy daily schedule?—
Glenn Graham,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Jan. 2025
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Art is also at the center of the hotel, with a thriving art program spanning across the property’s vibrant lobby, and beyond.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes,
26 Jan. 2025
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Here, the curtains seamlessly blend with the existing color scheme, creating a cohesive look while subtly drawing the eye to other vibrant pops of color throughout the space.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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The infusion of peat and sugar kelp introduces notes of bonfire smoke, heather, and maritime elements, balanced by the fruitiness from the red wine cask maturation.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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And Murphy’s four-year, $112 million extension last summer already looked amazing before some of the maturation he’s displayed in his offensive game this season.—
William Guillory,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Flourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flourishing. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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