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as in to endure
to come safely through
the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall
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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
All four Republicans are in competitive districts, where their support for the subsidies could be crucial to surviving the 2026 midterm elections.
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Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2026
The last Bruins coach to survive that scenario was Ben Howland, who immediately entered the next season on the hot seat, his fate seemingly a fait accompli.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Giffords survived an assassination attempt at a Safeway grocery store in 2011 but suffered a traumatic brain injury that forced her to retire from the House.
—James Powel, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Driven by principle, their disruptive actions bent institutions toward more humane and ethical practices – even as the menace adapted to survive.
—Valerie L. Myers, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026
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Elordi plays Dorrigo Evans, an army surgeon who becomes a war hero after enduring some time in captivity in a Japanese Prisoner of War camp.—
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Long before Maduro’s capture, severe blackouts were sidelining life in Cuba, where people endured long lines at gas stations and supermarkets amid the island nation’s worst economic crisis in decades.—
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At every stage of its advance, muses have resisted – insisting that fairness and care prevail.—
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San Jose has prevailed in five of its last six outings, including Tuesday’s win over Columbus.—
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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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Oakmont Bakery is selling cookies that pay tribute to Mike Tomlin's career with the Steelers that lasted nearly two decades.—
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Or is the road to a lasting free and democratic country merely full of twists and turns?—
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In keeping with the Cinderella story, Fanny learns to withstand her active Aunt Norris’s cruelty.—
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Shoppers with mature skin who’ve nixed foundation even swear by its lasting power to withstand hot flashes.—
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As new products and innovations hit the market and her solo travels continue, she's curated quite the arsenal of safety devices and accessories.—
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Tensions mount in Minneapolis Hundreds of people took to the streets of Minneapolis to protest within hours of Good’s death and demonstrations have continued to swell in the ensuing days.—
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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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And Wikipedia’s supporters worry that even after the site has weathered its 25 years, generative AI may draw attention and traffic away from it.—
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The landmark – described as a mix of art deco and moderne architecture styles – was opened in 1941 and has weathered some financial challenges but remains the physical and spiritual center of Orinda’s charming downtown.—
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“Survive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survive. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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