as in to live
to have life
strive to have a full, rich life rather than merely exist
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Recent Examples of exist
These patterns, Franz explains, reflect how moments meant for change can also amplify existing risk factors if support is not in place.
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Maria Williams, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Neither the visa bonds nor the entry suspension apply to existing visa holders already in the United States.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
To get a few quotes, one of the first steps is to review your existing insurance.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
Today, Urban Communities barely exists.
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Here, Van and Jean discuss their collaboration, as well as the novel’s inspiration in the real small Nebraska town where Van grew up and Jean continues to live.—
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This traditional rug with its Oriental-style design and rich brown color scheme will complement most living spaces, from neutral rooms to bright palettes.—
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While of course folding and putting away your clothing is better than allowing shirts and dresses to accumulate in a pile on a chair, yes, there is such thing as too much folding.—
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Choose the oven’s steam setting if there is one and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.—
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“Exist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exist. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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