1
: to grow vigorously : flourish
2
: to gain in wealth or possessions : prosper
3
: to progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances
—often used with on
thrives 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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Stephen Smith, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
Mark Protus | Protus Consulting: 30 years of leadership expertise unlocking growth & engagement, empowering individuals and teams to thrive.
—Mark Protus, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Here's what to know about the best types to grow and how to keep them thriving in your home.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
By diversifying their capabilities, these companies position themselves not just to thrive in Bitcoin mining but to meet global demand for scalable, efficient and sustainable computing solutions.
—Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Thrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrive. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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