
Thrive
WordNet
verb
(1) Grow stronger
"The economy was booming"
(2) Gain in wealth
WiktionaryText
Verb
- To grow or increase in bulk or stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, to flourish.
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- 1819: “It seems to me, reverend father,” said the knight, “that the small morsels which you eat, together with this holy, but somewhat thin beverage, have thriven with you marvellously.” — Walter Scott, Ivanhoe
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- To increase in wealth or success; to prosper, be profitable.
- Since expanding in June, the business has really thrived.