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
Recent Examples on the Web
My goal would be to promote equitable access to housing while fostering vibrant, livable communities where residents can thrive.
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Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
Karner blue butterflies thrive in northwest Ohio The karner blue butterfly is a federally endangered butterfly and only puts its larvae on wild blue lupine, found abundantly in Northwest Ohio.
—Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 9 July 2024
Although Caladenia orchids tend to exist as loners, rather than in clonal colonies, spider orchids thrive in the biodiverse forests of Western Australia.
—Liz Lindqwister, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 July 2024
Stagnant air and covered mattresses encourage dust mites, allergens, and mold spores to thrive, so this small step can go a long way.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 9 July 2024
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Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
Karner blue butterflies thrive in northwest Ohio The karner blue butterfly is a federally endangered butterfly and only puts its larvae on wild blue lupine, found abundantly in Northwest Ohio.
—Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 9 July 2024
Although Caladenia orchids tend to exist as loners, rather than in clonal colonies, spider orchids thrive in the biodiverse forests of Western Australia.
—Liz Lindqwister, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 July 2024
Stagnant air and covered mattresses encourage dust mites, allergens, and mold spores to thrive, so this small step can go a long way.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 9 July 2024
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“Thrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrive. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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