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What does outlast mean?

"Outlast" means to last longer than something or someone else.

Here are some examples:

* "The old car outlasted its owner." The car survived longer than the person who owned it.

* "The team outlasted their opponents in a grueling game." The team played longer and more effectively than their opponents, eventually winning the game.

* "The castle outlasted many battles and sieges." The castle remained standing even after many attacks.

The word "outlast" can also be used metaphorically:

* "Their love outlasted the hardships they faced." Their love continued even after they went through difficult times.

* "The hope of peace outlasted the war." The desire for peace remained strong even after the conflict ended.

Essentially, "outlast" describes a situation where one thing or person endures longer than another.

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