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as in living
to come safely through
the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall
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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
Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Kali and the cubs’ dad, Arnold, made Audubon Zoo history by becoming the first lion pair to have three surviving cubs in a litter.
—Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
Cliff Digging Some years back, conservation paleontologist Rowan Lockwood of William & Mary college in Williamsburg, Virginia, went to one of the few surviving fossil reefs, near Dutton, Virginia.
—JSTOR Daily, 31 Oct. 2025
As Phillies fans know well, one relief pitcher's availability could have been the difference between playoff elimination or surviving another day.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
As the unloved surviving son of a cruel father, he was approached by a wizard who offered him gold to secretly feed a mysterious hedgehog-faced monster in a cave.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
With the pair surviving this week's eliminations, they're set to return to the show next week.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
But much like Ole Miss surviving Washington State a couple of weeks ago, Alabama pulling it out at South Carolina seems like a turning point.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
The answer lies somewhere within our psychology, our appetite for entertainment, and the primal thrill of surviving our inner boogeyman.
—Isabel Rosales, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
The key to surviving the candy-heavy months is about balancing your sweet treats with protective measures.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Kali and the cubs’ dad, Arnold, made Audubon Zoo history by becoming the first lion pair to have three surviving cubs in a litter.
—Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2025
Cliff Digging Some years back, conservation paleontologist Rowan Lockwood of William & Mary college in Williamsburg, Virginia, went to one of the few surviving fossil reefs, near Dutton, Virginia.
—JSTOR Daily, 31 Oct. 2025
As Phillies fans know well, one relief pitcher's availability could have been the difference between playoff elimination or surviving another day.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
As the unloved surviving son of a cruel father, he was approached by a wizard who offered him gold to secretly feed a mysterious hedgehog-faced monster in a cave.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
With the pair surviving this week's eliminations, they're set to return to the show next week.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
But much like Ole Miss surviving Washington State a couple of weeks ago, Alabama pulling it out at South Carolina seems like a turning point.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
The answer lies somewhere within our psychology, our appetite for entertainment, and the primal thrill of surviving our inner boogeyman.
—Isabel Rosales, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for surviving
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Landscape architects Harriett Wimmer and Joe Yamada were based for many years in the Design Center and probably the most prominent local landscape design practice, which is another extant legacy firm.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Few extant movie studios have properties that go back as far or play as rich as Warner Bros.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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Under the ceasefire agreement, Israel also turned over living and dead Palestinians in its custody.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Oct. 2025
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Ofrendas and cemeteries are typically adorned with flowers, which are believed to guide the spirits back to the living world due to their vibrant colors and strong scent.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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As companies pour trillions into transformation efforts, few see lasting results.—
Jana Werner,
Harvard Business Review,
5 Nov. 2025
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And some experts caution that the testing of nuclear warheads – creating actual nuclear explosions – hurts humans and can have lasting consequences for generations.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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Some locations will open in pre-existing Spirit Halloween stores, while others will be new locations.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Nov. 2025
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Michelin Guide’s presentation at Peace Center Concert Hall in Greenville, SC, officially revealed the restaurants honored from North and South Carolina, along with Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee, plus those in its pre-existing Atlanta Guide.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Nov. 2025
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By returning to our child self, weathering our obstacles in good faith.—
Amy Weiss-Meyer,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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However, some spent two months that winter living in the woods and weathering a rare snowstorm.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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People whose behavior and beliefs align with their company's prevailing culture may benefit from sharing more about themselves at work, Chamorro-Premuzic says.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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As other potential suitors circle, the prevailing opinion is that WBD is PSKY’s to lose, especially given that a key financial backer of Paramount is Larry Ellison, the Oracle co-founder who is currently the second richest person on the planet.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And neither Mann nor Lockwood sees much value in the current, large-scale practice of releasing live larvae or young oysters into the bay.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
31 Oct. 2025
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Many residents favor stricter enforcement of immigration rules but have qualms about the current process.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The enduring legacy of the 1995 film Clueless is currently experiencing a major renaissance, led by its legendary costume designer, Mona May.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
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Whether viewed as a patriot who protected America or as the architect of an era of overreach, Cheney’s legacy remained one of lasting influence—a testament to the enduring force of political will.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Surviving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surviving. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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