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prosperous

[pros-per-uhs] / ˈprɒs pər əs /




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A nation worth defending isn’t merely one strong enough to field an army, but one prosperous enough to reward work, invention and ambition.

From The Wall Street Journal

Following the trail of these minuscule treasures back in time, Mr. de Waal traced the history of his forbears among the Ephrussis, a Jewish banking family that grew prosperous in the 19th century.

From The Wall Street Journal

Venezuelans who were once among the most prosperous in the region now feel poorer than counterparts doing the same work elsewhere in Latin America.

From BBC

The U.A.E. is a modern, progressive, prosperous Muslim society that delivers for its people.

From The Wall Street Journal

Young workers move from poorer states such as Bihar and Uttar Pradesh to more prosperous but ageing regions like Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, chasing opportunity where it exists.

From BBC