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alive

alive ˈlaɪv/ adjective
alive
ˈlaɪv/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of ALIVE
not used before a noun
: having life : living : not dead
: continuing to exist
: not yet defeated : still having a chance to win or succeed
[more alive; most alive]
: filled with life and energy often + with
: filled with activity usually + with

alive and kicking

: healthy and active
often used figuratively

alive and well

: living and healthy
: still popular : continuing to be used

alive to

: aware of (something) : able to notice (something)

bring (something) alive

: to make (something) seem more real or interesting

come alive

: to become lively: such as
: to become excited and filled with energy
: to become filled with activity
: to become exciting or appealing

eat (someone or something) alive

see eat

skin (someone) alive

see 2skin