alive to

phrase

: aware of (something) : able to notice (something)
Recovering from his illness has made him more alive to the beauty of life.
We need to be alive to new opportunities for our business to grow.

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In South Florida, where witnesses are still alive to be asked that question in person, what Florida builds right now is the only honest answer available. Masha Pearl, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2026

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“Alive to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alive%20to. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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