| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
live through [lɪv θruː] | to survive or experience a difficult or unpleasant event |
Other meanings
- to endure a period of hardship
- to personally witness or go through historical or life-changing events
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "live through"
- She had to live through the horrors of the war.
- Many families lived through the Great Depression.
- He couldn’t believe he was living through such dramatic changes.
Features of Using "live through"
Emphasizes personal survival and endurance through a long or hard situation.
Often used with historical events (wars, depressions, revolutions).
Can be emotional as well as physical survival.