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as in thriving
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically
a prosperous business that will soon be expanding
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as in successful
having attained a desired end or state of good fortune
one of the most prosperous families in the community
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as in lush
growing thickly and vigorously
our neighbor has a real green thumb and a yard full of healthy, prosperous plants
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Recent Examples of prosperous
The laundries provided a means for first-generation family members to pursue other trades thanks to prosperous business, according to the historical society.
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Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Sarah Keohane Williamson is the Chief Executive Officer of FCLTGlobal, a non-profit research organization whose mission is to focus capital on the long term to support a sustainable and prosperous economy.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
In the 1820s, Gregor MacGregor announced the discovery of Poyais, a lush and prosperous paradise in Central America.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
The Social Reckoning, which hits theaters over the Columbus Day weekend, follows The Social Network in getting released in October, as fall can be a prosperous time for adult dramas.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2025
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Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Sarah Keohane Williamson is the Chief Executive Officer of FCLTGlobal, a non-profit research organization whose mission is to focus capital on the long term to support a sustainable and prosperous economy.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
In the 1820s, Gregor MacGregor announced the discovery of Poyais, a lush and prosperous paradise in Central America.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
The Social Reckoning, which hits theaters over the Columbus Day weekend, follows The Social Network in getting released in October, as fall can be a prosperous time for adult dramas.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosperous
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Back then, the area was relatively thriving, but like much of Appalachia, Jackson County has struggled to adapt to larger economic forces over the past three decades.—
David Peisner,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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This residency went on to mirror what 30 was about - lost and broken to healed and thriving!—
Michael Nied,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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In fact, management guru Simon Sinek said all successful people have hit rock bottom before reaching their pinnacle.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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The most successful businesses capture trends and stay ahead of them, adapting to changing economic environments and consumer demands.—
Charlotte Hu,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on the shores of Lake Michigan features miles of sand beach, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna, towering bluffs, an island lighthouse, coastal villages, picturesque farmsteads and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Driving through lush, evergreen rainforest, far past the industrious city of Seattle, a rolling mist creeps in.—
Christina Fang,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Oct. 2025
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If your garden bed is weedy, pull the weeds before mulching.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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Avoid Boxelder Trees As their name suggests, these bugs love boxelder trees, a weedy type of maple native to North America.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Sep. 2025
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Outside in the historic downtown, the imposing Mississippi County Courthouse, built over a century ago in Classical style with Ionic columns and a grand copper dome, also speaks of wealthier days.—
Didi Kirsten Tatlow,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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As white-collar jobs become increasingly oversaturated, the posting highlights how lucrative side hustles are taking place not only in corporate boardrooms but also in the living rooms of the ultra-wealthy.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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The country faces rampant inflation, widespread shortages, and mass emigration, with over seven million Venezuelans fleeing abroad.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Suddenly, there is rampant competition for places between Emery’s No 10s.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Since the golden era of Kings basketball ended, the team has made the playoffs just once in the past 19 seasons, while nostalgia for those teams continues to drive passion for both the fan base and organization.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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And a quick homemade sauce comes together with frozen veggies, flour, and broth, which cooks beautifully and turns bubbly and golden in the oven.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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An informal cut, perhaps, though the top’s material — a luxuriant silk crepe — helped elevate the look.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
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Beyond it is a three-hectare haven of silvery olive trees, luxuriant Washingtonia palms, and lawns where peacocks wander freely.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Prosperous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosperous. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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