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to live to see the day
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to survive or endure until a particular moment or event occurs, especially one that was uncertain, significant, or eagerly anticipated
What is the origin of the idiom "live to see the day" and when to use it?
The idiom "live to see the day" has its origins in the English language but does not have a specific, documented historical origin.It signifies a sense of anticipation or doubt about whether a specific occurrence will come to pass, and the speaker hopes they will be alive long enough to witness it. This phrase is often used in contexts where the event in question is significant, long-awaited, or uncertain in its realization.
Example
Many doubted they would live to see the day when humans set foot on Mars, but the historic moment finally arrived.
After years of hard work and perseverance, he was thrilled to live to see the day he graduated from medical school.
I never thought I’d live to see the day when children could take their own parents to court!
She wondered if she would live to see the day when world peace was finally achieved.
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