extant

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One extant copy belonged to George Washington, who received it in New York, where he was preparing for a British attack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

What Metcalfe knows of the Blundys’ life together can be gleaned from the 12 extant volumes of Vivien’s journals.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025

You could see details in saddles and costumes, and the building were still extant.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2024

"They are the first artefacts collected by the British from any part of Australia, that remain extant and documented," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2024

“Go soak it. If the situation becomes desperate, I recommend you avail yourself of the numerous solvent formulae extant in Celum Tinture. Chapter thirteen, I believe.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss