survive

Example Sentences

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Many whose homes survived the fire but were contaminated by smoke and ash are still fighting with their insurance companies to remediate their homes.

From Los Angeles Times

A hidden mural initially survived, offering inspiration to congregants, but even that had to ultimately be removed.

From Los Angeles Times

The family of a teenager who died in a car crash have described their "unimaginable" ordeal after being mistakenly told their son had survived.

From BBC

Many states also provide a surviving spouse with a minimum “elective” share — that is, the right to take a share of a deceased spouse’s property.

From MarketWatch

The year-end Goldman Sachs target of 7,600 for the S&P 500 has survived the first six days of the year.

From MarketWatch