as in is
to have life
strive to have a full, rich life rather than merely exist
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Recent Examples of exists
That experience introduced mo‘o—continuity, succession—as a guiding thread for the triennial, reminding me that everything exists in relation and within long lineages of care.
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Wassan Al-Khudhairi, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
Demand for catalytic converters and other industrial uses already exists in the current manufacturing system.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
At the same time, consistent evidence exists that consuming raw milk products increases the risk of serious infections.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
But no such process exists, and therefore those things did not happen.
—Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 1 Apr. 2026
Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon shared the fun fact on X once the court commenced arguments Wednesday morning, but her post drew some backlash, with critics saying no such chair exists.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 1 Apr. 2026
The North Carolina folk-rock band’s quiet and rambling third album exists in a cloud of dreamy contemplation.
—Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 1 Apr. 2026
Every color exists in each season, just in different hues meant to match shoppers' unique skin undertones.
—Bailey Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Apr. 2026
In a complaint to the NLRB, the Teamsters alleged Amazon had retaliated against the workers who went on strike by reducing their UPT, which exists as a bank of hours that Amazon workers can use for unscheduled leave and emergencies.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
Wassan Al-Khudhairi, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
Demand for catalytic converters and other industrial uses already exists in the current manufacturing system.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
At the same time, consistent evidence exists that consuming raw milk products increases the risk of serious infections.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
But no such process exists, and therefore those things did not happen.
—Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 1 Apr. 2026
Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon shared the fun fact on X once the court commenced arguments Wednesday morning, but her post drew some backlash, with critics saying no such chair exists.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 1 Apr. 2026
The North Carolina folk-rock band’s quiet and rambling third album exists in a cloud of dreamy contemplation.
—Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 1 Apr. 2026
Every color exists in each season, just in different hues meant to match shoppers' unique skin undertones.
—Bailey Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Apr. 2026
In a complaint to the NLRB, the Teamsters alleged Amazon had retaliated against the workers who went on strike by reducing their UPT, which exists as a bank of hours that Amazon workers can use for unscheduled leave and emergencies.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exists
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Not every county is on board, but there is now a push to expand it statewide.—
Itay Hod,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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During heavy rainfall, there is a risk of flooding, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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And in his embrace of intellectual humility, Grace lives up to his name.—
Deana L. Weibel,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
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Military experts warn seizing the island would risk American soldiers’ lives without guaranteeing victory, citing Iran’s proximity and advanced weaponry.—
Ben Finley,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Exists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exists. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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