Outlive

usgb/ˌaʊtˈlɪv/
verb

To live longer than someone.

The father outlived his son.
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Often appears as...

  • outlive someone
  • outlive the disease
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Emotional weight

Can express deep emotion, especially in a family context when surviving relatives.

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She outlived her husband and missed him dearly.
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Not always positive

Sometimes indicates tragedy or loneliness, as outliving someone can be unexpected or sad.

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It's a parent's nightmare to outlive their children.
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Beyond humans

Can refer to animals or entities, indicating their survival beyond a companion or group.

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The old oak tree outlived generations of squirrels.
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