1
as in to endure
to come safely through
the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall
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2
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
Carve protected space so experiments survive the infinite workday.
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Curt Steinhorst, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The surviving girls, now considered victims, receive compensation, although their individual fates remain largely unknown.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Al-Hayya himself survived, according to Hamas.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
Katie Saalfeld was the owner of one of 27 cabins that did not survive.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025
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Curt Steinhorst, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The surviving girls, now considered victims, receive compensation, although their individual fates remain largely unknown.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 10 Sep. 2025
Al-Hayya himself survived, according to Hamas.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
Katie Saalfeld was the owner of one of 27 cabins that did not survive.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for survive
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Her surprise arrival was a powerful reminder of the enduring strength of friendship, even in life’s hardest moments.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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In one of the many ugly performances the Yankees endured in their tumble from first place and Judge was throwing gingerly in a 12-5 loss to the Phillies.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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In the lion’s den, no less, at left leaning venues, hoping facts and common sense would prevail.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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But even in the very north of Sweden, there was not much chill factor to be found – well north of the Artic circle, temperatures above 30 degrees prevailed through July.—
Mattias Goldmann,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Many channels claim to show eclipses live, but just use old footage from past events.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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On its western shore in the town of Gardone Riviera, Grand Hotel Fasano is a living piece of history.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Kennedy’s hearing, which lasted nearly three hours, was often contentious as he was grilled on everything from vaccine availability to his staffing shakeups at the CDC.—
Jon Haworth,
ABC News,
5 Sep. 2025
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The relief group stepped up after José Berríos lasted just two innings Tuesday.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The 6-ounce ramekins are round to provide even heat and are able to withstand oven temperatures of up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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The set comes with six lights that are built to withstand year-round weather conditions, including rain and freezing temperatures.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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In the east, crews continued to build line between Wiseman Springs and Rancheria Creek, engaging the fire directly along its active edge where favorable.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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This time, the free-flying satellite rocketed into orbit with no issues and continues operating today.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Stuart Russell is convinced that there is exactly zero percent chance that this will end well.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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There is speculation that Harry could reunite with King Charles, 76.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Indiana weathered Clark’s initial absence thanks to the midseason arrival of Aari McDonald.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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His devoted but dysfunctional family, including mom Elsa (Jennifer Jason Leigh) and dad Doug (Michael Rappaport), do their best to support him as the family weathers other challenges.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Survive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survive. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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