to continue to live or exist, especially after coming close to dying or being destroyed or after being in a difficult or threatening situation
The baby was born with a heart problem and only survived for a few hours.
These plants cannot survive in very cold conditions.
None of Shakespeare's plays survives in its original manuscript form.
Despite facing numerous challenges, the small business managed to survive and thrive.
The climber used his survival skills to endure extreme conditions during the mountain expedition.
Learning to adapt is essential for individuals to survive in rapidly changing circumstances.
The endangered species is making efforts to survive through conservation initiatives.
