survives
v. A2 Elementary US //sɝˈvaɪvz// UK //səvˈaɪvz// sur·vives
v. to stay alive or continue to exist, especially after a difficult situation. You use this when someone or something does not die or disappear.
v. to remain alive or in existence; to continue to exist despite difficulties or threats. Transitive when referring to outliving a person or event.
The plant survives the cold winter.
Many small businesses survive the first year by keeping costs low.
The ancient temple survives the ravages of time and war, standing as a testament to the durability of its original stone construction.
Usage
Transitive when meaning 'to outlive' (e.g., 'she survived him by ten years'); intransitive when meaning 'to stay alive'.