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: to grow vigorously : flourish
thriving emotionally/intellectually/spiritually
Many annuals and perennials need plenty of sunlight to thrive.—
Lauren David
Lauren David2
: to gain in wealth or possessions : prosper
One restaurant thriving as lower income consumers pull back is Olive Garden.—Francisco Velasquez
Francisco Velasquez3
: to progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances
thrives under pressure
—often used with onthrives on conflict
Examples of thrive in a Sentence
these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight
going to a school for gifted students will help him thrive as a musical prodigy
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Widespread cynicism helps authoritarianism thrive.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Ahead, experts share fruit trees that can thrive in patio environments, providing both delicious fruit and beautiful aesthetics.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 May 2026
The Miami Grand Prix organizers, who thrived despite the threat of rain and, anecdotally, lower attendance, could say the same thing.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2026
Bighorn sheep, elk, moose, bears, mule deer, pronghorn, and bison thrive in the park.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Ahead, experts share fruit trees that can thrive in patio environments, providing both delicious fruit and beautiful aesthetics.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 May 2026
The Miami Grand Prix organizers, who thrived despite the threat of rain and, anecdotally, lower attendance, could say the same thing.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2026
Bighorn sheep, elk, moose, bears, mule deer, pronghorn, and bison thrive in the park.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for thrive
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“Thrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrive. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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