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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are survived" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in contexts discussing individuals or entities that continue to exist or live after others have passed away.
Example: "In the obituary, it was noted that he is survived by his wife and two children."
Alternatives: "are left behind" or "remain after".
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are survived
verb
Of a person, to continue to live; to remain alive.
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They are survived by Caroline.
They are survived by their daughter, Kaavya Viswanathan.
They are survived by their mother and sisters.
They are survived by two daughters and a son.
They are survived by their son and daughter, their children's spouses, and five grandchildren.
The couple are survived by their children, 30 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.
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"They're hardy trees that are surviving".
Sunderland are surviving for now.
Because you are surviving.
You are surviving.
There are surviving family members.
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