thriving

adjective

thriv·​ing ˈthrī-viŋ How to pronounce thriving (audio)
: characterized by success or prosperity
a thriving business
thrivingly adverb

Examples of thriving in a Sentence

our new landscaping business is thriving the once thriving downtown has fallen into steep decline since the new mall was built
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No materials from the first season’s version of Jackson, which was built in Canmore, Alberta, were retained when production moved to British Columbia for season two, so Macauley and his team had to construct a thriving Jackson from scratch before production started in February 2024. Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025 These issues require immediate, thoughtful leadership to ensure a fair and thriving future for all Fort Worthians. Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025 This culture of collaboration, coupled with ample venture capital, can help turn bold ideas into thriving enterprises. Henri Al Helaly, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 Since distancing from the royal family, Markle has been working on establishing herself as a thriving business woman. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for thriving

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of thriving was in 1604

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“Thriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thriving. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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