as in survival
uninterrupted or lasting life
The two became close friends after sharing the same journey of survivorship from cancer.
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Recent Examples of survivorship
In joint tenancy, survivorship regulations are clear that if one owner passes away their shares automatically transfer to the surviving owners.
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
Pinpointing the traits that boost survivorship during more stable periods and times of planetary upheaval might help scientists and conservationists protect today’s most vulnerable species.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
The lyrics reflect on grief, separation, regrets and memories, but also on survivorship — on what comes afterward.
—Jon Pareles, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
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State Farm offers nearly a dozen term, whole, and universal life insurance products, including survivorship and no-medical exam plans.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 12 Feb. 2025
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
Pinpointing the traits that boost survivorship during more stable periods and times of planetary upheaval might help scientists and conservationists protect today’s most vulnerable species.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
The lyrics reflect on grief, separation, regrets and memories, but also on survivorship — on what comes afterward.
—Jon Pareles, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
State Farm Life Insurance Learn More Cost The best way to estimate your costs is to request a quote
Online quote for term policy
Yes
Policy highlights
State Farm offers nearly a dozen term, whole, and universal life insurance products, including survivorship and no-medical exam plans.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for survivorship
survival
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In a head-on collision, a seat closer to the rear may offer passengers the best chance for survival.—
USA TODAY STAFF,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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These findings raise concerns about how this spreading shadow could reshape marine ecosystems that depend on sunlight and moonlight for survival.—
Jay Kakade
June 14,
New Atlas,
14 June 2025
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“Survivorship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survivorship. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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