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flourish
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Sense: Noun: showy feature

Synonyms:

fanfare, show , frills, extra , trim

Sense: Noun: ornament in writing

Synonyms:

ornament, sweep , plume, squiggle, embellishment, decoration, adornment

Sense: Noun: wave

Synonyms:

wave , sweep , gesture , swish, swing , twirl

Sense: Verb: gesture

Synonyms:

gesture , brandish, wave , wield , make a gesture, wave your arms, sweep , signal , swish

Sense: Verb: prosper

Synonyms:

prosper, thrive , blossom , bloom , do well, bear fruit, come to fruition, succeed , be successful, grow , shine , peak , go places (informal), go great guns (informal)

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