Synonyms

outlast

American

[out-last, -lahst] / ˌaʊtˈlæst, -ˈlɑst /

verb (used with object)

to endure or last late longer than.

The pyramids outlasted the civilization that built them.
to live longer than; outlive.

outlast British

/ ˈaʊtˌlɑːst /

verb

(tr) to last longer than

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Etymology

Origin of outlast

First recorded in 1565–75; out- + last ²

Example Sentences

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U.S. refiners are in a sweet spot that’s likely to outlast the war.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

The long-term consequences could outlast the war itself, reshaping regional alignments in ways that leave Iran more isolated.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is designed to thwart attempts to overthrow the government and outlast more powerful enemies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

The revelations of “Ann Lee” will long outlast the storms of any given awards season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

“Miss Volker,” I said about as politely as I knew how, “do you think you will outlast the rest of these original people?”

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos

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