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survive

/sərˈvaɪv/ verb · British & US
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What does survive mean?

verb

To remain alive or in existence; to continue to live or function in spite of difficulties or challenges.

Example

"The hikers knew they had to survive the night in the wilderness by starting a fire and finding shelter."

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