coexist

[koh-ig-zist]

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verb (used without object)

to exist together or at the same time.
to exist separately or independently but peaceably, often while remaining rivals or adversaries: Although their ideologies differ greatly, the two great powers must coexist.

Origin of coexist

First recorded in 1670–80; co- + exist

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Related Words for coexisting

synchronize, coincide

Examples from the Web for coexisting

Contemporary Examples of coexisting

It will take leadership and vision to forge an enduring peace between two viable states, coexisting as peaceful neighbors.
Don’t Let Up After South Sudan’s Independence
Susan Rice
July 14, 2011

Historical Examples of coexisting

Coexisting with these is often (as in Fig. 27) smallness of the upper jaw.
Degeneracy
Eugene S. Talbot
Most often it is due to the coexisting disease of the intestinal mucous membrane or to the ingestion of unsuitable foods.
A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II
Various
Pleurisy is rare except where there is coexisting inflammation of the lungs.
A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I
Various
Space must, however, be thought in this latter manner, for it contains an infinite number of coexisting parts.
A Commentary to Kant's 'Critique of Pure Reason'
Norman Kemp Smith
Lastly, the prognosis was influenced in the case of many of the viscera by coexisting injury to other organs or parts.
Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900
George Henry Makins

British Dictionary definitions for coexisting

coexist

verb (intr)

to exist together at the same time or in the same place
to exist together in peace

Derived Formscoexistence, nouncoexistent, adjective

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Word Origin and History for coexisting

coexist

1670s, from co- + exist. Of political/economic systems (especially with reference to communism and the West) from 1931. Related: Coexisted; coexisting.