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thrive

CEFR: C1

To grow vigorously, flourish, and prosper in an ecosystem or economic environment.

Synonyms

flourish
burgeon
prosper

Common Collocations

thrive in harsh conditions
thrive on challenges
continue to thrive

Example Sentence

Specially adapted succulent species thrive in alkaline desert soils where less specialized plants wither and die.

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