1
as in to endure
to come safely through
the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall
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2
as in to prevail
to continue to operate or to meet one's needs
some old-world customs still survive in modern-day America
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Recent Examples of survive
Everyone was watching to see if the show would survive.
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Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 3 May 2025
If this law survives, future Florida ballot initiatives will be the exclusive province of wealthy special interests with teams of lawyers and compliance experts paid by deep-pocket political committees.
—Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2025
While Rondo survived the September 2022 shooting at a Los Angeles gas station, his friend Lul Pab was killed in the crossfire.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 2 May 2025
In the event that his wife did not survive him, Bloomer stipulated that the money should be divided equally among his surviving children.
—Alina Trabattoni, People.com, 2 May 2025
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Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 3 May 2025
If this law survives, future Florida ballot initiatives will be the exclusive province of wealthy special interests with teams of lawyers and compliance experts paid by deep-pocket political committees.
—Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2025
While Rondo survived the September 2022 shooting at a Los Angeles gas station, his friend Lul Pab was killed in the crossfire.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 2 May 2025
In the event that his wife did not survive him, Bloomer stipulated that the money should be divided equally among his surviving children.
—Alina Trabattoni, People.com, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for survive
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Urban’s 18-year span between top new artist and entertainer of the year is the longest of any recipient and is a testament to his enduring career.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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Meanwhile, China’s RT-G, a spherical amphibious robot, operates in extreme environments, reaching speeds of 22 mph and enduring 4-ton impacts.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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Do whatever is feasible to think outside the prevailing box.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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But a downside surprise could be perilous considering the recent spate of bad economic news and the prevailing angst over the way President Donald Trump is implementing tariffs against U.S. trading partners.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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Although President Donald Trump during the 2024 campaign said his administration would focus primarily on violent criminals living illegally in the United States, ICE agents have also been targeting foreign college students and other people who lack any history of violent crime.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The 51st AMAs will air live coast-to-coast at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
14 May 2025
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Or a slightly thicker phone with a beefier battery that could last two days?—
Julian Chokkattu,
Wired News,
13 May 2025
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Judge Beverly Cannone estimated the trial could last between six and eight weeks.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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This exceptional variety has bright golden foliage that withstands summer heat and winter’s chill.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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What to look for: The brick and stone walls are nearly three feet thick in places and are designed to withstand any inadvertent ammunition explosions.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 May 2025
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Jury selection is underway, and as the trial continues to ramp up, its grip on our culture will likely only grow stronger.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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MacFarlane will continue to provide the voice of Ted — a teddy bear brought to life by a boy’s wish, now grown up and bearing the hallmarks of a boorish Seth MacFarlane character.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
9 May 2025
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There is a road closure on I-670 between Central Avenue/Exit 1A and I-70 (East)/US-40/US-71/Exit 2M-2North.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
11 May 2025
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But two people close to the show said management continues to support the alternative approach to the broadcast and there are no imminent changes.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2025
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The innumerable lives lived within their walls and the storms weathered from without leave lasting marks.—
Tara Anne Dalbow,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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By turning these challenges into opportunities, staying ahead of the curve and investing in resilience, retailers can not only weather the current storm but also emerge stronger, more competitive and with the ability to withstand future shocks.—
Jill Standish,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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“Survive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survive. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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