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to survive
01
to remain alive after enduring a specific hazardous or critical event
Intransitive
Examples
After the plane crash, the survivors had to find shelter and food while waiting for rescue, managing to survive against all odds.
Despite the severe injuries from the car accident, she fought through the pain and survived.
02
to continue to live or exist specifically after experiencing a particular severe event or accident
Transitive: to survive
Examples
The explorer survived the treacherous journey through the desert.
The aircraft survived a severe lightning strike and landed safely.
Examples
She had to survive on a very tight budget after losing her job.
Despite the intense pressure of the job, she managed to survive on minimal sleep and tight deadlines.
04
to live longer than another person, particularly in the context of longevity or life expectancy
Transitive: to survive sb
Examples
Her grandparents survived their children and lived into their late nineties.
Despite being diagnosed with the same illness, John managed to survive his twin brother by several years.
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