existence
Example Sentences
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Meursault finds man’s existence absurd, his efforts meaningless.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
David: Steve Benen for MS NOW: Trump’s ‘God Squad’ discards the administration’s supposed interest in whale protections; Ella Nilsen for CNN: Only 50 of these whales are left in existence.
From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026
“Our very existence is political no matter what. Our joy is a problem for a lot of people,” said Reyes.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
Of course, Woodland has never led the harshly spot-lit life of Woods, but his openness regarding his struggles is an interesting counterpoint to Tiger's ultra-private existence.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Many wandering souls were eager to meet their destiny, which was most assuredly better than their scrounging, struggling existence in this world.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.