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as in endures
to come safely through
the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall
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as in lasts
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 survives
How the missile survives enemy defenses Unlike hypersonic weapons that rely on extreme speed, the NCM-LCM survives by remaining difficult to detect.
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
The regime survives, the missile program exists, and Iran can rebuild its nuclear program.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
According to the World Bank, more than 85% of the population survives on about $3 a day.
—Emmet Livingstone, NPR, 15 June 2026
Israel’s decisions moving forward — particularly in Lebanon— may ultimately decide whether the agreement survives over the next 60 days, when Washington and Tehran plan on ironing out its more technical details.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Not the org chart kind, which can be nominal, but the operational kind that survives a reorg.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Durability Matching its predecessor, the Edge boasts a dual rating of IP68 and IP69, which means it’s protected against dust, survives water submersion up to about five feet for 30 minutes, and withstands high-pressure water jets.
—Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
Unlike bees, most wasps die in the fall, and only the queen wasp survives the winter.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2026
Well, the economy survives its pro-worker stance with a workforce that’s top-of-the-charts efficient.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
The regime survives, the missile program exists, and Iran can rebuild its nuclear program.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
According to the World Bank, more than 85% of the population survives on about $3 a day.
—Emmet Livingstone, NPR, 15 June 2026
Israel’s decisions moving forward — particularly in Lebanon— may ultimately decide whether the agreement survives over the next 60 days, when Washington and Tehran plan on ironing out its more technical details.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Not the org chart kind, which can be nominal, but the operational kind that survives a reorg.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Durability Matching its predecessor, the Edge boasts a dual rating of IP68 and IP69, which means it’s protected against dust, survives water submersion up to about five feet for 30 minutes, and withstands high-pressure water jets.
—Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
Unlike bees, most wasps die in the fall, and only the queen wasp survives the winter.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2026
Well, the economy survives its pro-worker stance with a workforce that’s top-of-the-charts efficient.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for survives
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Whether a play endures or fades is fickle.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 June 2026
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My mom still endures the 100-degree temperatures of Palm Springs and is eyeing these as a lightweight option to wear with tanks and sandals this summer.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
12 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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If the sanctions waiver lasts only for the 60-day ceasefire extension following the agreement’s signing, international buyers could be unwilling to play ball, cautioned Homayoun Falakshahi, an oil market analyst at Kpler.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Common Pests & Problems Milky Way™ Dietes is a robust plant that weathers occasional insects, disease, and other challenges quite well.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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The difference between a retiree who weathers a 30% drop and one who doesn’t often comes down to preparation, not prediction.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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Numerous Democratic lawmakers have vowed to investigate matters relating to Paramount and Trump if their party prevails in the midterm elections.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Practicality prevails once again.—
Sable Yong,
Allure,
11 June 2026
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The microbe lives under the eyelid and keeps producing the anti-inflammatory protein over time.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Like many immigrant parents, Alva’s mother took a back seat in her kids’ lives because of the language barrier.—
Karen Valby,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
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Spain remains solidly second on the international rankings.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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But for all the miles Jujubee has logged, Boston remains her stomping grounds.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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And then there is the entire ballot for performers, which boasts one of the largest peer groups of the TV Academy.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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There is a deep, innate pull that brings New Englanders home.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Durability Matching its predecessor, the Edge boasts a dual rating of IP68 and IP69, which means it’s protected against dust, survives water submersion up to about five feet for 30 minutes, and withstands high-pressure water jets.—
Kimberly Gedeon,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2026
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Made from water-repellent, fade-resistant fabric that withstands 500–750 hours of sunlight exposure, the pillows add extra comfort while creating visual interest.—
Rachel Weber,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2026
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“Survives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survives. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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