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prosperous
adjective
Presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome
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ˈpɹɑs.pə.ɹəs
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adjective
Presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome
“A favorable time to ask for a raise”
adjective
Marked by peace and prosperity
“A golden era”
adjective
In fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich
“They were comfortable or even wealthy by some standards”
adjective
Very lively and profitable
“Flourishing businesses”
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A favorable time to ask for a raise
Lucky stars
A prosperous moment to make a decision
A golden era
The halcyon days of the clipper trade
They were comfortable or even wealthy by some standards
Easy living
A prosperous family
His family is well-situated financially
Well-to-do members of the community
Flourishing businesses
A palmy time for stockbrokers
A prosperous new business
Doing a roaring trade
A thriving tourist center
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