survive
verb (used without object)
to remain alive after the death of someone, the cessation of something, or the occurrence of some event; continue to live.
am surviving
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present progressiveof survive (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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I am grateful that I am surviving and can share my story but I know there are many in a worse situation than me and some may be dying.
From BBC ● Apr. 2, 2022
Now 96, he lived through the Nazi occupation of Poland: ‘I am surviving’
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2021
I am surviving the semester by doing all of my assignments, and taking notes during class just like I would in a regular class.
From New York Times ● Oct. 14, 2020
My helplessness in recovery can be precisely what the community needs: I am surviving the virus but not spreading it.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 27, 2020
“I am surviving by sheer force,” he said.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 30, 2016
