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survival

Pronunciation: [sərˈvaɪvəl]

Word

Context: "existence"

(noun) the act of continuing to live, especially in difficult or dangerous situations. It means staying alive when things are hard, like when someone has to find food in the wild.

Example

His survival in the wilderness for a week showed how strong and resourceful he is.

Example

Without enough food and water, survival became impossible for the stranded hikers.

Example

What skills do you think are important for survival in the wild?

Context: "emotional"

(noun) the ability to keep going in life, even when facing problems or challenges. It means finding a way to deal with tough feelings or situations so you can stay happy.

Example

Her survival after losing her job shows her determination to keep moving forward.

Example

He struggled with survival after the accident and often felt lost.

Example

How do you support someone’s emotional survival during tough times?

Context: "species"

(noun) the continuation of a species or a group of living things. It refers to how certain animals or plants manage to stay alive and grow in their habitats.

Example

The conservation efforts helped improve the survival of the endangered species.

Example

Loss of habitat has threatened the survival of many animals.

Example

What actions can we take to improve the survival of wildlife?

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