Example Sentences

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Jen Singer is a ghostwriter and editor who has survived cancer, a complete heart block, and heart failure.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

Since its dedication 100 years ago, Los Angeles Central Library has survived demolition threats, major arson fires and earthquakes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

What Warsh tells lawmakers Tuesday will be the first signal of how much of his pre-nomination case has survived contact with the world he is about to enter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Given the tax prep industry has survived this far into the computer age, it isn’t at all obvious the AI revolution will be what finally kills it either.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

The room remained silent, and Mr. Quisling said,“Mr. Lee, your cipher has survived the week. Congratulations on winning your first homework pass.”

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman