1
as in existence
the fact of being or of being real
believes in the subsistence of a soul as a separate entity from the body
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as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the subsistence of the patient's infection, even after the use of antibiotics, had the doctors puzzled
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Recent Examples of subsistence
In the days that followed, some inhabitants were cut off from food and other essential subsistence.
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Edna Bonhomme, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2025
Sturgeon loomed large for millennia In North America, sturgeon have played important subsistence and cultural roles in Native communities, which marked the seasons by the fishes’ behavioral patterns.
—Logan Kistler, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
This suggests Aboriginal communities were clearing the forests to create open spaces, potentially for subsistence.
—Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
Alaska's lakes are not only a vital part of its ecosystem, but also serve as critical resources for fishing, transportation and indigenous subsistence living.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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Edna Bonhomme, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2025
Sturgeon loomed large for millennia In North America, sturgeon have played important subsistence and cultural roles in Native communities, which marked the seasons by the fishes’ behavioral patterns.
—Logan Kistler, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
This suggests Aboriginal communities were clearing the forests to create open spaces, potentially for subsistence.
—Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
Alaska's lakes are not only a vital part of its ecosystem, but also serve as critical resources for fishing, transportation and indigenous subsistence living.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subsistence
Noun
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Charging my Apple Watch every day is the bane of my existence, and despite years of efforts to improve it, the closest that Apple has come is to launch … fast charging?—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
24 Apr. 2025
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The most recent expedition, number 34, has fallen apart and consequently all 33-year-olds are erased out of existence, Thanos-style.—
George Yang,
Rolling Stone,
23 Apr. 2025
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The continuation of the fusion of fashion and sports is breeding ground for ESSX who has often found itself amongst the players who are at the forefront of the high fashion conversation, specifically within the athletic space.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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As the Catholic Church prepares for a future without him, discussions about his successor and the continuation of his mission of peace and social justice are expected to dominate conversations within both religious and political circles.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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That new 420-square-foot studio apartment space — now the casita — was created with continuity in mind on paint choices, roof slope and historically accurate siding.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Apr. 2025
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Such individuals likely experience the benefits of community involvement — such as emotional backing, cultural continuity and guidance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Comans again grew agitated when Van Der Hout asked for continuance a second time and claimed lawyers representing DHS had not provided evidence to back up the allegations against his client.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Following the San Diego Planning Commission’s approval in December, the project had been scheduled to be heard by city council last month but President Joe LaCava called for the continuance to allow for a more thoughtful and complete evaluation.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
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OpenAI recommends including three key reminders in all agent prompts: persistence (keeping going until resolution), tool-calling (using available tools rather than guessing), and planning (thinking before acting).—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Zaragoza’s persistence, and Martinez’s gamble to uproot his family, were massively rewarded in the years that followed.—
Joshua Korber Hoffman,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2025
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Thirty points for Premier League survival is the old 40.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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The game, written by Larry Fessenden and Graham Reznick, is a masterwork in modern survival horror.—
Richard Newby,
Time,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Subsistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subsistence. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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