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survive

[ser-vahyv] / sərˈvaɪv /


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"We're just trying to stay safe and we're doing all we can to survive until our victory."

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2026

Some has been grown using toxic chemicals that “are harmful to fish and wildlife and the habitats they depend on to survive, and they’re a threat to consumers,” explained the state fish and wildlife director.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 10, 2026

Her "galumphing" moves, as she described her dance style, helped her survive to the show's quarter-finals thanks to the vote from the public, who cheered on her ability to laugh at herself.

From Barron's • Jul. 10, 2026

“I can’t survive on the other 40%,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2026

‘You mean -even if I survive tomorrow, I’ll be running all my life.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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