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US/θraɪv/
UK/θraɪv/
to grow, develop or be successful and healthy
In context
Small businesses thrive when the local economy is strong.
These plants thrive in shade and need very little water.
Some people thrive on pressure, while others feel stressed by it.
Words that go with thrive
verb + preposition
- thrive onShe seems to thrive on hard work.
- thrive inCacti thrive in dry conditions.
- thrive underMany students thrive under clear instructions.
verb + adverb
- continue to thriveThe city's music scene continues to thrive.
- thrive and growHealthy teams thrive and grow together.
adverb + verb
- really thriveChildren really thrive with regular routines.