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
But to survive, Carlos will have to change… and learn that dignity can matter more than winning.
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John Hopewell, Variety, 15 July 2025
But don’t tell that to players who’ve survived some tough times to make it here in Atlanta for the first time.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
To survive, pedal builders are doing something unusual in a competitive business: turning to one another for help.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2025
The measure narrowly survived the Senate after a marathon session ended with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote Tuesday.
—Caitlin Yilek
july 1, CBS News, 1 July 2025
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John Hopewell, Variety, 15 July 2025
But don’t tell that to players who’ve survived some tough times to make it here in Atlanta for the first time.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
To survive, pedal builders are doing something unusual in a competitive business: turning to one another for help.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2025
The measure narrowly survived the Senate after a marathon session ended with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote Tuesday.
—Caitlin Yilek
july 1, CBS News, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for survive
Verb
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Beyond the West Coast, Florida’s luxury market also endured a turbulent year.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 July 2025
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The couple hasn't tied the knot, yet their nearly two-decade relationship has endured more than most marriages.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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Perhaps the only notable shift in Nice’s infamous beach culture is a reduction in toplessness, thanks in part to the prevailing presence of camera phones.—
Sloane Crosley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Writers who draw on personal stories are often dogged by nonfiction’s prevailing imperative of factual precision.—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
The Atlantic,
15 July 2025
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Talking with detainees about living conditions is the most important part of a tour, Eskamani said.—
Kairi Lowery,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 July 2025
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One of the things that makes Batman Begins so definitive a depiction of Batman’s origin is that this film, like its sequel The Dark Knight, depicted Gotham City as a living breathing character in the story.—
Mark Hughes,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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The consequences of trauma can last a lifetime With Gaza's health system and public services on the brink of collapse, extreme food insecurity and critical water shortages, the level of stress on children and their parents continues to rise.—
Sarah Ferguson,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The closure is tentatively scheduled to last through the middle of August, according to the city.—
arkansasonline.com,
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11 July 2025
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Few organisms can withstand the scalding waters, as one poor bison recently discovered.—
Monica Cull,
Discover Magazine,
4 July 2025
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To incorporate some functionality into your al fresco dining plans (or at least, to account for the youngest members of the guest list), the key is picking out a dining set that can withstand a little wear and tear.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
4 July 2025
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These moments subtly defined his views on aging, disability, and dignity, which continued to be a pivotal aspect of Brown’s career.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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Indeed, Hawaii Island has the unique distinction of continuing to expand, with active volcanoes creating the lava flow necessary to increase its total land mass.—
John Wogan,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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There is still a benefit to Levi playing in the AHL.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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But don’t worry, there are plenty of upscale touches to ensure a remarkable stay.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
10 July 2025
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Some brands weathered a similar storm during the 2018 trade war with early pivots.—
Eran Mizrahi,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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America has weathered a deep division over civil rights, a devastating economic depression — even a war in which hundreds of thousands lost their lives.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 July 2025
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“Survive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survive. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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