alive and well

idiom

: living and healthy

She found out that her aunt is alive and well and living in Arizona.

: still popular : continuing to be used

Many of the old traditions are still alive and well.

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The races that could decide control of Congress 03:26 Although pensions are increasingly uncommon for most American workers, the perk is alive and well for lawmakers. —

Kate Gibson, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024 Indie film making is alive and well, especially when legends such as Martin Freeman, Josh Hutcherson, Malin Akerman and Jess Weixler get involved. —

Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024 The $1,500 First Bet Offer is still alive and well in almost every legal BetMGM state. —

Tim Van Straten, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024 The teaser clip begins with the former ambassador, alive and well, escorting Kate to a black-tie affair. —

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