Zoeken
to live on
[phrase form: live]
01
overleven, leven
to remain alive
Intransitive
Example
The old man lived on long after his doctors had given up hope.
The old woman lived on for many years after her husband passed away.
Many survivors of the disaster found ways to live on despite the tremendous loss.
02
leven van, voeden met voornamelijk
to eat mainly one type of food, often in an unhealthy or unbalanced way
Transitive: to live on one type of food
Example
The children lived on junk food and sugary drinks, much to their parents ' dismay.
The athlete lived on protein shakes and energy bars to fuel their training.
The individual lived on fast food, neglecting their health and nutritional needs.
03
leven van, voeden met
to eat only a certain type of food
Transitive: to live on a certain type of food
Example
Herbivores live on plants, while carnivores live on meat.
Bees live on nectar and pollen, which they collect from flowers to produce honey.
Scavengers live on dead animals, helping to clean up ecosystems.
04
leven van, overleven met
to have the amount of money needed to buy necessities
Transitive: to live on a source of income
Example
The retired couple lived on their pension and savings, carefully managing their expenses.
The homeowner lived on a fixed income, carefully budgeting their expenses to ensure they could afford property taxes and maintenance.
The family lived on a tight budget, but they always managed to make ends meet.
05
doorgaan, blijven bestaan
to persist in existence over time
Intransitive
Example
The ancient traditions of the indigenous people live on through their descendants.
The memory of her kindness will live on in the hearts of those she touched.
The impact of his groundbreaking research will live on in the scientific community for years to come.
Voorbeeld
The old man lived on long after his doctors had given up hope.
The old woman lived on for many years after her husband passed away.
Many survivors of the disaster found ways to live on despite the tremendous loss.
Despite the harsh conditions, the species managed to live on and adapt to its environment.
After the accident, she was determined to live on and make the most of her second chance.
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