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as in to be
to have life
Socrates was a philosopher who lived in ancient Greece
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as in operating
being in effective operation
didn't realize that the microphone was live and proceeded to make some rather indiscreet comments
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as in breathing
having or showing life
there is a tank of live lobsters sitting at the front of the restaurant
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Recent Examples of live
Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Buzz stayed with Bonnie, continuing to live with Jessie, Rex (Wallace Shawn), Hamm (John Ratzenberger) and other toys, including the new addition of Forky (Tony Hale).
—Maddie Garfinkle, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
In times of financial upheaval, the thinking goes, movie theaters weather the storm as the cheapest form of live entertainment stretching back nearly a century to the Great Depression.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 18 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Blowing Rock The town of Blowing Rock is a delight for those who want to live like a local for a few days.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Buzz stayed with Bonnie, continuing to live with Jessie, Rex (Wallace Shawn), Hamm (John Ratzenberger) and other toys, including the new addition of Forky (Tony Hale).
—Maddie Garfinkle, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
To celebrate the launch, there will be a party at the Ranch on Saturday, April 26, with live music, food, and samples of the new whiskey to try.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
In times of financial upheaval, the thinking goes, movie theaters weather the storm as the cheapest form of live entertainment stretching back nearly a century to the Great Depression.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for live
Verb
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The person must meet the qualifications of office, including residing in District 4.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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Pennsylvania man also accused of targeting Trump In Pennsylvania, a man who resides in the same town where a would-be assassin fired gunshots at Trump was charged with making threats on YouTube to murder the president and other officials.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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There is a broken down vehicle on I-40/US-71 from I-435 to Bannister Road.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Under Proposition 309, voters casting mail-in ballots could provide a driver's license or non-operating identification license number, the last four digits of a social security number, or a unique identifying number provided by the secretary of state for voter registration purposes.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
The Arizona Republic,
27 Oct. 2022
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The adjusted net income decreased by 8% y-o-y to $3.9 billion in the first nine months of 2022 due to higher expenses as a % of revenues and lower non-operating income.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2023
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Cybercriminals are known to dwell within the data infrastructure of an enterprise for months, waiting for the optimal opportunity to inflict the most damage.—
Eric Herzog,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The gross density would be roughly three dwelling units per acre.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
16 Apr. 2025
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While real estate and unemployment figures remain relatively stable, concerns exist about rising foreclosures and potential job losses.—
Russ Wiles,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The repository doesn’t exist yet, but the path forward appears relatively free of obstacles—at least there are no apparent legal ones.—
Marta Abbà,
Wired News,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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What To Know The Japanese Defense Ministry reported that several Chinese naval vessels, which included China's second operational aircraft carrier CNS Shandong, were spotted in the waters east of Luzon, the Philippines' largest island in the northern portion of the country, on Wednesday.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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The release in March highlighted that White and Khan would anchor the leadership for the platform, providing day-to-day operational expertise, management and oversight.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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That immediately returns us to Salt Lake City, the place where Joel massacred the Fireflies to keep Ellie alive.—
Kris Holt,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Fifty-eight hostages remain in Gaza, 24 of them presumed to be alive, including one American. Since March 18, the IDF has again increased its presence in Gaza, targeting areas across the strip and issuing evacuation orders.—
Kerem Inal,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Beyond the part itself, the bureau recommends that people ensure their car alarms are operative and to park in safe locations.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2025
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Wearing sunglasses and a heavy leather trenchcoat, Fishburne showed off his action movie chops as the enigmatic operative Morpheus in the original film and the first two sequels.—
Greg Braxton,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Live.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/live. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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