survival

/sɚˈvaɪ.vəl/ noun B1

The fact or act of surviving; continued existence or life. (countable, uncountable) · His survival in the open ocean was a miracle; he had fully expected to die.
Of, relating to or aiding survival. (countable, uncountable) · persecution survival plan· His survival kit had all the things he needed in the wilderness.
The avoidance of relegation or demotion to a lower league or division. (countable, uncountable)
A custom or belief that persists in folklore from earlier times, when the rationale behind it is forgotten. (countable, uncountable)

Plural survivals

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Today, while we rely far less on our sense of smell for survival, this primitive neural highway remains entirely intact.

The Scent of the Past, p. 1 · C1

Ultimately, the survival of the modern zoo hinges upon its capacity to unequivocally demonstrate that the benefits of captivity genuinely outweigh the profound sacrifices exacted from its inhabitants.

The Conundrum of Captivity, p. 1 · C2

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