outlive

Example Sentences

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You once said that buildings you develop outlive you and go on to define a city.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

"The diplomatic relationship between USA and South Africa predate the Trump administration and they will outlive the current White House term of office."

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

I will uphold his wishes, but if I outlive him and there’s no agreement in place, I would likely give little to nothing to his children because they are irresponsible spendthrifts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

"Dad always believed stories outlive people. In a way, this is him still helping families he will never meet, which I think is the most beautiful legacy you can leave."

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

“I will outlive you by a century. Even fairies tethered to the human realm can survive the ages.”

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer