as in survives
to continue to operate or to meet one's needs
we hoped our supply of firewood would hold out until power was restored luckily, the old outboard motor held out till we made it to shore
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Training camp and preseason will ultimately decide who survives the roster squeeze.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025 -
However, after his 17th version unexpectedly survives a mission, a new 18th clone is already in rotation — leaving two Mickeys alive and one slated for annihilation.—
Charlotte Walsh,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Díaz de la Portilla lost in a runoff to Miguel Angel Gabela, whose term lasts until 2027.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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The hopper holds up to 80 balls, and the 6,700mAh battery lasts for up to three hours of play.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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Thursday’s vote is what happens when pragmatism prevails, when adults make difficult decisions and when the borrow-and-spend ethos of this mayor and his team is repudiated.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
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Another aspect that isn’t terribly sensible is the convertible top, which entails a bit of a ritual to erect, along with side curtains that more or less enclose occupants when inclement weather prevails.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
29 Aug. 2025
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Despite the show’s late 1800s backdrop, much of the material still holds up today, from Laura’s (Melissa Gilbert) teen angst to heavy storylines involving topics like grief, spirituality, addiction, and more.—
Kelly Martinez,
EW.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Besides, Snake Eater holds up remarkably well despite being more than 20 years old.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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