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adjective

Definition of survivingnext
as in extant

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verb

present participle of survive
1
as in living
to come safely through the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall

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2
as in lasting
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 surviving
Verb
The mayor also asked New Yorkers to keep the surviving victim in their thoughts and wish them a full recovery. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026 These products are only available to active service members, veterans and surviving spouses. — Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026 The nine surviving gunshot victims were being treated to Capital Health Regional Medical Center, but information about their conditions was not released. — Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026 The animal became a symbol of hope and healing after surviving the disaster. — Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026 The surviving members of the Grateful Dead toured together in many incarnations over the years, but Dead and Company was the most popular one by a significant margin. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2026 Bethany Funke and Dylan Mortensen, the surviving roommates of the four slain victims, faced severe online harassment and death threats from trolls following the murders. — Addie Morfoot, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026 Another reason this defeat felt so chastening for United was that eight of Hull’s starting line-up had come up from the Championship, a year on from surviving relegation on goal difference. — Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 The playoffs culminate with next week’s Tour Championship in Atlanta -- where the winner of that tournament among a surviving field of 30 golfers will be crowned FedEx Cup champ. — Greg Cote august 23, Miami Herald, 23 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for surviving
  1. extant
  2. living
  3. lasting
  4. existing
  5. weathering
  6. prevailing
  7. current
  8. enduring
Adjective
  • But more often, the new institution ends up competing with its still extant predecessor.
    — Jennifer Pahlka, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Thus far this century, several fundamental changes in the healthcare system have succeeded in getting passed in Congress, perhaps in part due to their working more or less within the confines of an extant system.
    — Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of extant
Verb
  • There’s a world of difference between a living brain and a dish of cells, and PTBP1 does more than just prevent astrocytes from doing a nerve cell’s job.
    — Mike McRae August 30, New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Water safety should not be ignored by those seeking cool respite from hot weather or city living.
    — Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of living
Verb
  • Connection, wellbeing, and growth are foundational at Patina, shaping experiences that leave lasting impressions which resonate well beyond your stay.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
  • In return, Imax gets a percentage of the box office over a long-term contract, typically lasting at least 10 years.
    — Kamaron McNair Juhohn Lee, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of lasting
Adjective
  • Cosmetic repairs, oil changes and tune-ups are also usually excluded, as are pre-existing issues and damage resulting from accidents, misuse, neglect or improper maintenance.
    — Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Her life and legacy will continue to be spotlighted in the Dolly Parton Experience, a pre-existing exhibit that will receive a new entrance in her honor.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of existing
Verb
  • But the Grand Canyon isn’t the only national park weathering the elements.
    — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 4 Sep. 2026
  • After many decades of organizing, speaking, writing, agitating — and weathering the constant controversy that courted — Steinem kept going.
    — Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of weathering
Verb
  • There’s a prevailing sentiment among critics right now that the second season of Adults has been a significant improvement on season one.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The company has evaluated markets based on demographics, prevailing rents, land costs, accessibility, nearby healthcare and retail, surrounding residential neighborhoods and existing competitive supply.
    — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of prevailing
Adjective
  • In the event of an incident, the current system requires a medical team to reach the driver after an incident, make an assessment and then transfer him to the medical center.
    — Patrick Iversen, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The renovations were initially recommended by the current executive director and former vice president of facilities at the Kennedy Center, Matt Floca.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of current
Verb
  • In a strange way, Alexia Putellas’ move to London City Lionesses this summer encapsulates an enduring thread of recent transfer windows in the Women’s Super League.
    — Katie Whyatt, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The flood was a major blow to an enduring effort to modernize the pipeline that serves 6 million visitors a year and roughly 1,600 residents of Grand Canyon Village.
    — Jamie Stengle, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
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