living  /ˈlɪ vɪŋ/ ? Meaning of "living"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
  2. (n) people who are still living
  3. (n) the condition of living or the state of being alive
  4. (n) the financial means whereby one lives
  5. (adj) pertaining to living persons
  6. (adj) true to life; lifelike
  7. (adj) (informal) absolute
  8. (adj) still in existence
  9. (adj) still in active use
  10. (adj) (used of minerals or stone) in its natural state and place; not mined or quarried

Usage(s):

  1. Senior Living - PTI's Generations section features news and articles on the baby boomer generation as well as senior and retirement living.
  2. This trade and investment is raising living standards in some countries faster than many thought possible.
  3. A PTI cover story explaining Living Will Resources: Here's a directory of websites to find out about the living will law in your state.

Quotes

  1. "For decades, Walter Cronkite was the most trusted voice in America," said Obama in a White House statement. "His rich baritone reached millions of living rooms every night, and in an industry of icons, Walter set the standard by which all...
    on Jul 18, 2009 By: Barack Obama Source: AFP

  2. Accepting the award on Sunday night, Swift said, "I hope that you know how much this means to me, that we get to take this back to Nashville! Our families are freaking out in their living rooms! My dad and my little brother are losing their minds in...
    on Jan 31, 2010 By: Taylor Swift Source: MTV.com

  3. "I have the privilege of living most of my life in a small town," Palin told roaring Republicans at their convention. "I was mayor of my hometown. And since our opponents in this presidential election seem to look down on that experience, let...
    on Sep 19, 2008 By: Sarah Palin Source: BBC News

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