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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
Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 6 Nov. 2024
Facsimiles from Rahmani’s Ghost Net Journals (1991–2000) document her successful restoration of a dumpsite off the coast of Maine into a flourishing, regenerative wetland that is also her home.
—Stacie Stukin, ARTnews.com, 31 Oct. 2024
Its roots stretch all the way back to the ancient Greeks, who emphasized the role of human rationality in figuring out how to lead a good and flourishing life.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 20 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
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Play/Pause Button Pause An avatar waves hello in Meta Horizon Worlds.
Beyond that main foyer, Meta’s metaverse is less focused, or at least doesn’t have the user base to build up a flourishing political space.
—Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 6 Nov. 2024
Facsimiles from Rahmani’s Ghost Net Journals (1991–2000) document her successful restoration of a dumpsite off the coast of Maine into a flourishing, regenerative wetland that is also her home.
—Stacie Stukin, ARTnews.com, 31 Oct. 2024
Its roots stretch all the way back to the ancient Greeks, who emphasized the role of human rationality in figuring out how to lead a good and flourishing life.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 20 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flourishing
Adjective
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That’s not to say that Rosé’s solo output has not been commercially successful in the U.S.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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His ratings have been successful 76% of the time, delivering an average return of 16.7%.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Complex regulatory frameworks and inconsistent enforcement in some regions, such as certain U.S. states with conflicting federal laws, highlighted the need for clear, standardized guidelines to support a thriving legal market.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Saudi Arabia is rapidly growing into a thriving creative hub for the film industry, capturing the attention of local and international productions.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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State of play: Developers, business leaders and advocates are transforming Nubian Square, planting the seeds for a prosperous city center, from upcoming developments with artist housing and college classrooms to new liquor licenses and creative spaces.—
Steph Solis,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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Set in a fictional Maryland suburb outside of Washington D.C., in one the most prosperous African American counties in the country, the powerful and prestigious Dupree family is the center of the community.—
Rosemary Rossi,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Evening Standard never filled that role, even at its best, and the paper’s near-demise has led to a flowering of new projects that report on and imagine the city.—
Sam Knight,
The New Yorker,
6 Mar. 2025
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Sunlight For the best flowering and leaf color (which can be nearly as dazzling as the blooms), the shrub needs full sun for at least six hours a day.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2025
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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
Adjective
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Held at the Shrine Auditorium, and given how many entertainment industry power players called Beverly Hills home, local traffic was a bit busier than the average Monday night.—
Scott Huver,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
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Beyoncé Was Painted Gold To Promote Her Cé Lumière Fragrance Beyoncé has had a busy month.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
28 Feb. 2025
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Made from a gorgeous faux-leather material and available in 17 vibrant colors, this passport protector will easily slot into any pocket of your purse while preserving the exterior of your ID.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2025
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Blige was one of a few stars to style a vibrant red look on the Vanity Fair Oscars Party red carpet.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Master of maturation Andrea Wilson adds her own tasting notes, describing baking spice, dark fruit, toffee, fragrant citrus, and floral notes on the palate, followed by a round, complex finish.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
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Looking back, Bosa sees this as part of his maturation process.—
Daniel Popper,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Flourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flourishing. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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