as in success
the state of being successful usually by making a lot of money
This was a period of prosperity for our nation. economic prosperity
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Recent Examples of prosperity
Moreover, the Cuban newcomer — a former Billboard On the Radar Latin artist — is as fierce and unapologetic as ever, delivering sharp verses that are both for the haters, and serve also a strong manifestation on abundance and prosperity.
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Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
The factual basis for broader perceptions of gay prosperity is mixed.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Our current path gives us neither peace nor prosperity.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
It’s also been unevenly distributed, with some parts of the Metroplex experiencing major density and prosperity booms while other areas have languished.
—Trevor Bach, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
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Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
The factual basis for broader perceptions of gay prosperity is mixed.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Our current path gives us neither peace nor prosperity.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
It’s also been unevenly distributed, with some parts of the Metroplex experiencing major density and prosperity booms while other areas have languished.
—Trevor Bach, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosperity
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The Lions added to that success stealing both of its attempts in the win over Allegiance.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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But, if the goal was to draw attention, the Weather Underground’s bombing campaign was a huge success.—
Zayd Ayers Dohrn,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2026
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This year, the unusually warm weather in March, plant abundance and a healthy amount of prey were early signals to rattlesnakes to begin their activity.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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In Jewish tradition, the Talmud makes numerous references to pickled vegetables, particularly turnips, which symbolize abundance and endurance.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Prosperity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosperity. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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