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as in thrives
to grow vigorously
that plant flourishes in cool, wet weather
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as in succeeds
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
the arts program flourished once it received adequate funding
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Recent Examples of flourishes
Alex Sales, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2025
Dries Van Noten, Proenza Schouler, and Dior leaned into drama with bold designs that demanded attention—flourishes befitting their new creative directors.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2025
Money matters, and while Toronto could hold a tiebreaker in a tight bidding war, that sentimentality isn’t going to be enough to make up for any significant financial gap once his market finally flourishes.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2025
Use them on your tree, or light them up at the front of your house to let the neighbors know your house is the place where Christmas nostalgia flourishes.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2025
But these flourishes contrast with the game's mechanical restraint.
—NPR, 19 Nov. 2025
The Virgil Abloh Archive x Nike Cryoshot Tiempo bridges some of the late designer’s signature flourishes with elements from the Tiempo cleat franchise.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Or the décor flourishes of a squillion-dollar yacht that’s tasteful to a fault?
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2025
Today, civil society flourishes in formerly communist nations that have successfully made the transition to democracy, such as the Czech Republic, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.
—Christopher Justin Einolf, The Conversation, 26 Sep. 2025
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It is linked to nature and that which flourishes and regenerates.
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As usual, Coon thrives in ambiguity, layering a seemingly straightforward woman with depth.—
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This cerebral transit thrives where there is curiosity, flexibility and a willingness to ask the right questions at the right time.—
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Reis succeeds Phil Boggs, who has served in multiple finance leadership roles over the past 16 years.—
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Using virtual reality gear, the teleoperator trains Atlas to do a specific task, repeating it multiple times until the robot succeeds.—
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It's been three days since an ICE agent shot and killed Good, sparking waves of protests.—
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According to court documents, the fraudulent activity occurred in two waves.—
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In a world where change arrives faster each year, logistics real estate has become one of the most compelling global investment themes.—
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Pryor arrives as an experience backup for Baugh, who aims to build on 1,170 rushing yards behind an improved offensive line and offensive scheme designed by new coordinator Buster Faulkner.—
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After pouring out all of Tallulah’s earthly possessions — loose cash, thongs, several vapes, Bubble Tape — Paulena takes the bag and flounces off, leaving Tallulah vibrating with rage and Maia quietly panicking.—
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Perhaps Javier prospers in ways Alcantara couldn’t.—
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The showstopping — yet timeless — gown featured a deep scoop neckline and statement ruffles along the side slit and straps.—
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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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The team also said the grave was unusual for its small circular shell beads, which served as personal adornments.—
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It’s been a good couple years for adornments or accessories that amplify characterization.—
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“Flourishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flourishes. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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