flourishing
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- flourishingly adverb
- unflourishing adjective
Etymology
Origin of flourishing
A Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; flourish, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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In 1817, with trade flourishing, the New York Stock & Exchange Board was established External link, occupying a rented room at 40 Wall.
From Barron's
In 1817, with trade flourishing, the New York Stock & Exchange Board was established External link, occupying a rented room at 40 Wall.
From Barron's
With daffodils, crocuses and even cherry blossom flourishing, it has started to look a lot like spring.
From BBC
As a small consolation, the island developed a flourishing tourist economy.
India lacks some of critical components for economic flourishing, such as robust infrastructure, workable transportation, and reliable energy.
From Barron's
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