live on

verb

lived on; living on; lives on
: to continue to exist
His legend lives on.

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The lavish wedding was broadcast live on television in Canada so that the entire nation could watch the beloved singer walk down the aisle. Alyssa Modos, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026 Both West Point and the United States Air Force Academy have ensured Ben’s story will continue to live on for many more years of America’s birthday. Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026 Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper got an unexpected visit from a television legend live on CNN Friday night. Rance Collins, Entertainment Weekly, 4 July 2026 The Great American Block Party 250 will also stream live on Paramount+, however the streamer does not offer a free trial. Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for live on

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“Live on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/live%20on. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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