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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
Elaine McCusker, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024
Automakers have invested or are planning to invest hundreds of billions of dollars globally to build a thriving EV market, according to industry consultant AlixPartners, but so far most are losing money.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Mark Greeven, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Now that the format is thriving, Grande’s fans have helped the set achieve another milestone, as its time on the chart doubles this week.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Ukraine, by contrast, would be vibrant and free, with a thriving industrial base and a modern military.
—Elaine McCusker, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024
Automakers have invested or are planning to invest hundreds of billions of dollars globally to build a thriving EV market, according to industry consultant AlixPartners, but so far most are losing money.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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With unprecedented government support, a thriving ecosystem of innovative companies, and a laser focus on industry-specific applications, China presents both immense opportunities and urgent challenges for global executives.
—Mark Greeven, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Now that the format is thriving, Grande’s fans have helped the set achieve another milestone, as its time on the chart doubles this week.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The French government has revealed modern designs to replace six of Notre-Dame’s windows with new stained glass, which commemorate the cathedral's successful restoration after it was nearly burned down.Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2024
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But one of the reasons the app has remained so successful in the United States is its constant development of payout methods for creators.CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2024
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Well, 2024 seems to have been a very busy year for the OECD and the OECD inclusive framework base erosion and profit shifting in terms of implementation of these two pillars.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The man accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a busy Manhattan street was scheduled for arraignment Monday on state murder charges just days after a dramatic return to the city to face federal counts in the case.John Bacon, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Now, all eyes are on the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group—a former affiliate—and its leader, Abu Mohammed al-Golani, as questions arise as to his willingness and capacity to come through on promises to eschew extremism and oversee a more prosperous and inclusive future for Syria.Matthew Impelli, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The second view—people can just move to cheaper cities, because the prosperous city is full up—also ignores basic economics.Richard McGahey, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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What kept Gose from fully succeeding as an outfielder was his inability to curb striking out.Chuck Murr, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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While the live entertainment industry faces challenges, many of those that are succeeding are creating new—more personalized and flexible—relationships with fans.Jana Arbanas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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In addition, Liverpool has a vibrant credit card business with more than 7.6 million credit card holders.Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Holiday Leftovers Salad Turn cold leftover turkey, roast beef, or other holiday meats into a vibrant, nutritious salad that’s perfect for an instant lunch and a healthy way to kick off the new year.Fox News Staff, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
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With a booming voice that lacks a filter, Toyn relays court life by mimicking various characters, including Idiot Judge, Pretentious Barrister, Moaning Gen Z, and Miscellaneous Drunk.Longreads, Longreads, 19 Dec. 2024
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That increase could be due to growing financial literacy and a greater presence of Latinos in booming industries like fintech, Chaia says.Marina E. Franco (Noticias Telemundo for Axios), Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
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Some areas, such as L.A.’s Fashion District, remain lively, but the inescapable realities of homelessness, mental illness and drug use keep many visitors and businesses away.Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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According to Wolman, there's a lively debate about which Scottsdale location is better.Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
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With its advent are chased from our minds unholy impulses, and in their stead reign supreme and golden fruitings of the present, and the diamond seedings of the great future.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 23 Dec. 2024
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Later Daters is another take on dating for golden singles, but with, in my opinion, more nuance, heart, and personality than The Golden Bachelor.Vox Staff, Vox, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Thriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thriving. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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