as in survivance
uninterrupted or lasting life
The survival of many endangered species is imperiled by human action.
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Recent Examples of survival
With only around 400 individuals remaining on the planet, every sighting matters — and every new young wombat represents a crucial step for the survival of the entire species.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Closer proximity of cytotoxic T cells with dying brain tumor cells was associated with longer patient survival after treatment.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Most, if not all, of our clients are going out into the world as less than their whole selves out of necessity, as a survival tactic.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 11 Feb. 2026
As many brace for another such storm, the burden of balancing activism and survival has gotten heavier.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Closer proximity of cytotoxic T cells with dying brain tumor cells was associated with longer patient survival after treatment.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Most, if not all, of our clients are going out into the world as less than their whole selves out of necessity, as a survival tactic.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 11 Feb. 2026
As many brace for another such storm, the burden of balancing activism and survival has gotten heavier.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for survival
Noun
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A discussion led by Weeden on native survivance in the face of suppression and colonization will follow.—
Courant Community,
Courant Community,
8 May 2017
Noun
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The existence of this simulator shows that the proof process does not reveal anything about the solution itself.—
Peter Hall,
Scientific American,
11 Feb. 2026
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The social dimension assessed the share of women on the board of directors and the existence of a human rights policy.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In this context, Attia’s insistence on muscular strength and cardiorespiratory fitness speak directly to our survivorship challenges.—
Gilberto Lopes,
STAT,
12 Feb. 2026
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This year’s luncheon will feature a powerful lineup of speakers whose personal experiences and professional leadership reflect the many dimensions of breast cancer impact from survivorship and advocacy to innovation in care and research.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Survival.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survival. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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