- present participle of prosper.
prospering
Example Sentences
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“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
Phil filled in with two talented conductors who were Dudamel fellows and are now enjoying prospering careers, Elim Chan and Gemma New.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2025
Many who left because life was so tough are now getting by abroad rather than prospering.
From BBC • Dec. 10, 2024
To be picky in the ocean after prospering in the pond.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 19, 2023
He was always eager for news of Caroline, who was prospering in Baltimore as the Prophet Jeremiah claimed only the wicked do.
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
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