flourish
ਫੁੱਲ
definition
verb
wild plants flourish on the banks of the lake
(of a person, animal, or other living organism) grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment.
“Happy New Year!” he yelled, flourishing a bottle of whiskey
(of a person) wave (something) around to attract the attention of others.
noun
with a flourish , she ushered them inside
a bold or extravagant gesture or action, made especially to attract the attention of others.
a flourish of trumpets
a fanfare played by brass instruments.
example
Indigenous people are proud of the fact they survived the colonial era and they are determined to 'flourish' , continue their traditions and assert their rights.
Now, although mindful not to take too much for granted, Davies is aiming to end the season with a 'flourish' and lay the foundation for an even better goal return in 2004-05.
Indeed, TJ left the Betty Mitchell with a 'flourish' , as the award nominations, announced July 6, indicate.
As the clock counted down, Manulla kept plugging away but they had been edged out, and after a rather tentative start, the homeside managed to finish with a 'flourish' .
I slowly amassed quite an impressive portfolio of rejection letters, each impeccably typed on embossed letterheads and signed with a 'flourish' .
United produced a late second-half 'flourish'
A small note below told the address of the family's home, and was signed with a loopy quasi-calligraphic 'flourish' ; Save a spot for me Robyn.
the organization has continued to 'flourish'
My garden is filled with plants which grow and 'flourish' in what is essentially a micro-climate.
A number of substitutions were then made by both sides before an impressive late 'flourish' by Crettyard Gaels left just four points between the sides at the finish.
These bacteria 'flourish' in warm, wet conditions, the very ones that characterize body wraps.
Colm Henry hit the post for Cloonacool on 25 minutes but Enniscrone-Kilglass finished the half with a 'flourish' and two points from Gordon.
For a single string instrument to take centre stage, as opposed to a mere 'flourish' or adornment of a greater composition, it needs depth and commanding presence to fill the space.
Our rhetorical 'flourish' prompted dissent from some of our readers.
By no means universal, this character tended to 'flourish' during the period because of his liminality.
I love the Candoli trumpet 'flourish' used for a stop before Wynton's solo turn midway through the song.
Mauritians are also partial to a snack, sold by streetside vendors who cook up on charcoal braziers, fanning the flames with a 'flourish' - another excellent exposure to the outdoor life.
These changes help the bacteria 'flourish' within the light organs.
All animal life depends on plants, directly or indirectly, and nowhere do plants 'flourish' with such vigour and variety as they do in the warm, wet tropical rainforests.
Hopefully, independent music will still continue to 'flourish' in the city of Calgary and other operations will recognize the value of promoting live entertainment.
with a 'flourish' , she ushered them inside
The phrase ‘ought only to be’ is merely a rhetorical 'flourish' , since the choice of ends has been put outside the sphere of reason.
Many species of waterfowl 'flourish' in the island's lagoons, creeks, and mud flats, which attract many migrating North American species.
Buddhism itself, however, continues to 'flourish' , having successfully responded to the challenge of colonialism and adapted to modern democracy.
The mayor said that while larger industries continue to 'flourish' in the region, small companies in particular need more support and better help.
He bowed gracefully, taking her hand with a 'flourish' and kissing it, leaving a red lipstick mark.
In fact, I would rather have been in a bunker,’ he said with a 'flourish' of his hands.
I just wish I had a more coherent thought here to discharge with a 'flourish' into the dense fog that blankets the republic.
The curtain rises with a 'flourish' , stirring Norm's attention out of the room.
Wilberfoss, having had an injury-hit year, were determined to finish the campaign with a 'flourish' and did just that against the champions.
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