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to outlive
01
överleva, utleva
to live for a longer period than another individual
Transitive: to outlive sb/sth
Example
She managed to outlive her younger sister by several years.
The old man hoped to outlive his peers to see the next generation grow up.
The longevity of her family allowed her to outlive many of her childhood friends.
02
överleva, överträffa
to remain functional beyond a certain period or expected lifespan
Transitive: to outlive a period of time
Example
The technology outlived its initial hype and remained relevant for decades.
The building outlived its original purpose and was repurposed for modern use.
Many traditions have outlived their origins and continue to be celebrated today.
Example
She felt as though she had outlived the trauma of her earlier years and had grown stronger.
The survivors outlived the hardships of the disaster and rebuilt their lives from scratch.
He could hardly believe he had outlived the intense challenges of his adventurous trip.
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