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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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