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survival

[ser-vahy-vuhl] / sərˈvaɪ vəl /
NOUN
continuation
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NOUN
something that survives
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NOUN
endurance
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Confronting its biggest threat in decades, the regime in Tehran is trying to boost its odds of survival if diplomatic talks fall through.

From The Wall Street Journal

The strain's resistance profile suggests that bacteria adapted to cold environments could serve as reservoirs of resistance genes, which are segments of DNA that enable survival when exposed to antibiotics.

From Science Daily

Daniel Farke's men have lost just twice in their last 16 games to relieve their fears of being dragged into a battle for survival.

From Barron's

Both types of games centered on economic survival, but only one offered agency.

From The Wall Street Journal

The time is now for investors to get their AI survival plan in place, with bets on bonds and small caps among the smartest moves to make, say Citigroup strategists.

From MarketWatch