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as in to succeed
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
the arts program flourished once it received adequate funding
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as in wave
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as in ruffle
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Recent Examples of flourish
CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Come March, those baby steps will lead Masters back to the world stage, where she’s flourished for more than a decade as one of the events’ top stars.
—Sean Neumann, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Ivins emphasized the same for those like Smith, Williams and Toney, and expects to see more similarly committed youth flourish at the position throughout the remainder of the season.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
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Verb
But the Blackhawks have flourished of late, winning a season-high four in a row going into the Washington game.
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Top it off with a few basil leaves before serving for a fresh final flourish.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for flourish
Verb
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Nothing is more important to McDermott than helping players thrive.—
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Water Regularly Strawberries require regular watering in order to thrive, similar to other edible plants.—
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Even if the House succeeded in impeaching a judge, the Senate would need to affirm that decision by a two-thirds majority vote.—
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And more often than not, Miami has succeeded there.—
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According to court documents, the fraudulent activity occurred in two waves.—
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Her death, captured on camera by multiple bystanders, has captured nationwide attention and sparked a wave of protests.—
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Beach weddings and backyard events are well-suited to boho and free-spirited pieces, so try a strapless or halter design with details like ruffles and rosettes.—
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Eyelet lace met great proportions at Altuzarra and Jacquemus, while Chloé and McQueen piled on the ruffles.—
Verb
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Meanwhile, dictators prosper and multiply.—
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And several of them — like the diner on Milwaukee Avenue — had outwardly appeared to be prospering, only to suddenly shut down.—
Noun
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Meghan gave a theatrical, bemused shrug before returning to eating a piece of pie.—
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These casualties weren’t met with the shrug that traffic deaths often receive now.—
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Brooches These beautiful pins, frequently adorned with sparkling rhinestones, intricate enameling, or delicate filigree, were a staple in our grandmothers' jewelry boxes.—
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There are a few digital filigrees and subtones added by the experimental pop wizard A. G. Cook.—
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The rookie arrived in Charlotte in May.—
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His car was seen arriving shortly before the time the murders were believed to have been committed and left shortly after, according to court documents.—
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“Flourish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flourish. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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