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flourish

CEFR: B2
To grow or develop in a healthy, vigorous, and luxuriant way, especially as a result of a supportive environment.

Synonyms

  • prosper
  • burgeon
  • thrive

Example Sentence

Endangered coral polyps flourish within marine protected zones where commercial bottom trawling is prohibited.

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