a. still in existence; not extinct or destroyed or lost
a. 现存的, 未毁的
1. The extant manuscripts from the ancient civilization provide valuable insights into their culture.
现存的古代文明手稿为我们提供了对其文化的宝贵见解。
2. Only a few extant species of this plant can survive in harsh environments.
仅有少数现存的这种植物种类能够在恶劣环境中生存。
3. Historians study extant documents to learn about past events.
历史学家研究现存的文件以了解过去的事件。