survival

sheer

The family's sheer survival during the harsh winter depended on their stored food supplies.

improved

Regular exercise has led to improved survival rates among people with heart disease.

chance, miraculous

It was miraculous survival that the child walked away from the car crash with only minor injuries.

ensure

We need clean water and food to ensure our survival on the island.

improve, prolong

Better nutrition and exercise improved her chances of survival after the accident.

threaten

Climate change threatens the survival of polar bears in the Arctic.

be crucial for/to, be essential to, be necessary for, be vital for/to

Having clean water is vital for survival in remote areas.

kit

Every hiker should pack a basic survival kit before heading into the wilderness.

~ against

The small island nation fought hard for survival against rising sea levels.

~ as

She fought hard for her survival as a single mother raising three children.

a battle/fight/struggle for survival, be a matter/question of survival

During the pandemic, finding enough food became a daily battle for survival for many families.

a chance of survival

After the accident, the rescue team said there was still a slim chance of survival.

the instinct for survival

Animals have a strong instinct for survival that helps them escape from danger.

a threat to the survival of sth

Pollution poses a serious threat to the survival of many fish species in our rivers.