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alive

[uh-lahyv] / əˈlaɪv /




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These early animals looked very different from anything alive today.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

"It's about how love can be the music in your heart that keeps you alive through all tragedies," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Tim Ream is the only player on the American World Cup team who was alive the last time the tournament was played in the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Don’t miss: Micron’s stock bounces back in a big way: ‘The memory trade is alive and well’

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The cover was dull and worn now, but Danny traced his finger where he’d seen the golden letters come alive.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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