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as in to endure
to come safely through
the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall
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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
The Downtown Historic District occupies just eight blocks and includes some of Orlando’s oldest surviving commercial buildings built between the 1880s and the 1940s.
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Sarah M. Boye, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
More than the mother of his six children (only two survived), Constanze Mozart was a strong, talented, and supportive leader.
—Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
According to the pros, these plants are known for not just surviving, but thriving, in higher-than-average summer temperatures.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Charlee; their two children, Nick (wife Naomi Burton) and Riley; grandsons Henry (2) and Elliott (4 months); his mother, Marilyn; and, his older brothers, Matt and Dan.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
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Sarah M. Boye, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
More than the mother of his six children (only two survived), Constanze Mozart was a strong, talented, and supportive leader.
—Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
According to the pros, these plants are known for not just surviving, but thriving, in higher-than-average summer temperatures.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Charlee; their two children, Nick (wife Naomi Burton) and Riley; grandsons Henry (2) and Elliott (4 months); his mother, Marilyn; and, his older brothers, Matt and Dan.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for survive
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And in a strange way, Brazil’s early elimination from that tournament 44 years ago has only added to their enduring appeal — with the team more fondly remembered than the country’s victorious sides in 1994 and 2002.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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The Toronto Blue Jays are enduring a disappointing 2026 season, struggling with inconsistency despite high expectations.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Before the yuppie era, a certain staid gentility prevailed.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Each came with an abiding and intense local appreciation of the moment, a prevailing desire to connect with and please visitors and passion to demonstrate what each place is about.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
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As a result, many working-class Korean and Latino immigrant households lived side by side and often confronted similar challenges, including substandard housing conditions, landlord abuses and underfunded public schools.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Related Stories The launch gives subscribers live broadcasts from five channels, TF1, TMC, TFX, TF1 Séries Films and the 24-hour news channel LCI, alongside thousands of hours of on-demand programming.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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Update your emergency kit and be sure to include enough food and water to last for 3 days for each person in your home.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The hurricane season lasts six months, from June through November.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Hanging Lake Trail in Glenwood Canyon CBS The project, led by a partnership of federal, state and local organizations, was designed to create a trail capable of withstanding future disasters while preserving the experience that has made Hanging Lake one of Colorado's most popular destinations.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Engineers will focus on verifying how the system’s materials withstand high thermal stress and radiation over time.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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Through five innings, the 27-year-old struck out seven batters and gave up seven hits while allowing two runs, continuing to cement himself as Miami’s most consistent pitcher in a season defined by injuries across the pitching staff.—
Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
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Elevated interest rates will continue to benefit savers through higher returns on certificates of deposit and high-yield savings accounts.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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And then there was a whole separate conversation with Meija, who nobody knew anything about.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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There is now much greater emphasis on analysis and data.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Jackman — weathered and bearded — looks amazing, like a medieval Santa Claus.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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The industry has weathered a brutal shakeout, with major operators merging, downsizing or shutting down entirely.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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“Survive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survive. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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