exist

/ɪɡˈzɪst/
verb
  1. To be real or to have a place in the world; to be present in reality.
    • The problem still exists despite our efforts to fix it.
    • Does life exist on other planets?
    • Dinosaurs no longer exist on Earth.
  2. To live, especially under difficult conditions or with limited resources.
    • Many families exist on very little money.
    • She existed on coffee and sandwiches during the busy exam week.
    • The refugees existed in temporary shelters for months.
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