survivable
Americanadjective
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able to be survived.
Would an atomic war be survivable?
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capable of withstanding attack or countermeasures.
a bomber survivable against fighter planes.
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The resulting maps identified "survivable niches" ranging from crater floors several miles across to areas no larger than an astronaut's boot print.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 25, 2026
Most of its satellites are controlled from the big domestic bases, but the Space Force is diversifying its footprint to be more survivable and resilient.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
"A test of this length is a major development and would indicate that China is moving toward a significantly more survivable and longer-range sea-based nuclear deterrent capability," he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 7, 2026
If it were only UFC fights on the White House lawn, that’s survivable.
From Salon ● Jun. 17, 2026
It was not survivable, the cold and the tumult and the endless sickening sky.
From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu
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