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to outlive
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to remain functional beyond a certain period or expected lifespan
Transitive: to outlive a period of time
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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.
Despite their health issues, the elderly couple managed to outlive many of their contemporaries.
The historical figures who outlive their era often become iconic symbols of their time.
