1. to remain alive, as after the death of another or the occurrence of some event; continue to live. 2. to remain or continue in existence or use. 3. to continue to function or manage in spite of some adverse circumstance or hardship; hold up; endure. 4. to continue to live or exist after the death, cessation, or occurrence of. More @Wikipedia
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