Crossword Genius

Performing their number in it, do really well (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

thrive

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'do really well' is the definition.
I can't tell whether this definition defines the answer.

'performing their number in it' is the wordplay.
'performing' indicates anagramming the letters (the letters move around or 'perform').
'number' becomes 'v' (V is an example).
'in it' is an insertion indicator.
'their' anagrammed gives 'thrie'.
'thrie' enclosing 'v' is 'THRIVE'.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for thrive that I've seen before include "Grow vigorously, flourish" , "Do well, flourish" , "Prosper, grow well" , "Prosper, flourish" , "Develop well" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.