: characterized by success or prosperity
a thriving business
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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On wide İstiklal Avenue and the surrounding Beyoğlu district, Istanbul's once thriving Italian population has left its mark on the city with ornate façades and Byzantine Catholic churches.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Fredericksburg is also known for its wineries In addition to its German heritage, the destination is known for its award-winning wineries, thriving culinary scene, scenic beauty and a historic Main Street.
—Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Soon, a thriving gray market emerged, with BPC-157 as one of its stars.
—Sara Talpos — Undark, STAT, 1 June 2026
All of these can benefit from pruning, which will ultimately help keep these plants healthy and thriving—and more aesthetically pleasing.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 1 June 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Fredericksburg is also known for its wineries In addition to its German heritage, the destination is known for its award-winning wineries, thriving culinary scene, scenic beauty and a historic Main Street.
—Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Soon, a thriving gray market emerged, with BPC-157 as one of its stars.
—Sara Talpos — Undark, STAT, 1 June 2026
All of these can benefit from pruning, which will ultimately help keep these plants healthy and thriving—and more aesthetically pleasing.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 1 June 2026
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“Thriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thriving. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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