as in to survive
to last longer than
tortoises will outlive most people, as they live to be over 100 years old
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Recent Examples of outlive
And seeds, given time and attention, become trees that outlive you.
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Cody Bjugan, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The popular LizaMinnelliOutlives account on X duly noted that Minnelli, 79, has outlived the MSNBC name.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 Aug. 2025
Because it’s supported by Saudi Arabia’s inexhaustible PIF fund, LIV Golf can outlive both Keith Richards and the heartiest cockroach.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Aug. 2025
Some experts argue that Benadryl has outlived its usefulness — and may now be doing more harm than good.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Aug. 2025
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Cody Bjugan, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The popular LizaMinnelliOutlives account on X duly noted that Minnelli, 79, has outlived the MSNBC name.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 Aug. 2025
Because it’s supported by Saudi Arabia’s inexhaustible PIF fund, LIV Golf can outlive both Keith Richards and the heartiest cockroach.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Aug. 2025
Some experts argue that Benadryl has outlived its usefulness — and may now be doing more harm than good.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlive
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Despite staff layoffs affecting about 300 employees, industry analysts say Condé Nast still faces high pressure to continue restructuring and invest in digital innovation to survive long term headwinds.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Leeds are tipped to survive the drop after adding Premier League experience and European talent to their ranks.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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In the final, Koller & Truong outlasted two of Australia’s best in Joseph Wild & George Wall.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Legendary Whitetails Plaid Flannel Flannels are the most essential piece in Southern fall outfits, and this classic red plaid pattern from Legendary Whitetails can outlast every trend for years to come.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Outlive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlive. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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