prospering

Example Sentences

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It was a more optimistic era; the generals could see their South East Asian neighbours prospering through trade with the Western world, and they wanted an end to crippling economic sanctions.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

“If we do all that, and everybody’s prospering and they’re all a part of it, and there’s upside for everybody, that’s going to naturally be a bulwark against future conflicts there. Because everybody’s thriving.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 29, 2025

I would love the corporate campaign painting Inglewood as Black and prospering on its own terms — an equal partner in this breakneck development — to be true.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2024

To be picky in the ocean after prospering in the pond.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 19, 2023

I have now concluded, sir,” said Joe, rising from his chair, “and, Pip, I wish you ever well and ever prospering to a greater and a greater height.”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens