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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Megyn Kelly, the former Fox News and NBC News anchor, has thrived with a video podcast and SiriusXM program.
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 Jan. 2025
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—Nicole Ayala, New York Daily News, 28 Jan. 2025
Through her firm and personal initiatives, Elektra’s vision is to provide the guidance and opportunities artists need to thrive and create in the US, while fostering growth and making lasting, meaningful changes.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
At a time when transphobia is thriving even within the LGBTQ+ community, scenes like this speak to a more inclusive, loving reality between cis and trans lovers that’s almost never depicted on screen.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 27 Jan. 2025
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 Jan. 2025
Tipped employees thrive under the current system, with financial rewards tied directly to service quality.
—Nicole Ayala, New York Daily News, 28 Jan. 2025
Through her firm and personal initiatives, Elektra’s vision is to provide the guidance and opportunities artists need to thrive and create in the US, while fostering growth and making lasting, meaningful changes.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
At a time when transphobia is thriving even within the LGBTQ+ community, scenes like this speak to a more inclusive, loving reality between cis and trans lovers that’s almost never depicted on screen.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 27 Jan. 2025
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“Thrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrive. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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