alive to

1. Aware of, conscious of, as in The social worker was alive to all of the mother's worries. [Mid-1700s]

Example Sentences

Iommi admits he was sceptical when he first heard the idea but now wishes his fellow bandmate Ozzy Osbourne was alive to see it.

From BBC

But these advances are for treating ill health, rather than keeping people alive to 150.

From BBC

I wanted people who could do the research but also stay alive to the present.

From Los Angeles Times

Nostalgia for a time that most of us weren’t even alive to see is part of Cracker Barrel’s appeal.

From Los Angeles Times

And, OK, we’re actually talking about whether he’ll be alive to see the Knicks win another championship — it has been more than 50 years — but the point remains valid.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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• careful 
• cautious 
• cognizant 
• conscious 
• conversant 
• knowledgeable 
• observant 
• respectful 
• solicitous 
• vigilant 
• wary 
• watchful