1
as in to win
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
we shall prevail despite the overwhelming odds
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2
as in to survive
to continue to operate or to meet one's needs
a custom that still prevails in many areas of Africa
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Recent Examples of prevail
Westchester 62, North Torrance 38: The Comets prevailed against a team in which former coach Ed Azzam is an assistant coach.
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
The prevailing food waste, however, is more than indefensible.
—Vaclav Smil, WIRED, 12 Dec. 2024
Projecting the price tags for the current free agency class for Bleacher Report, Joel Reuter predicted the Red Sox would ultimately prevail by landing Soto on a 15-year, $675 million deal -- and that things could wrap up in the near future.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The Eagles twice had the ball in the final seconds with a chance to take the lead before the Comets finally prevailed 74-72.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
The prevailing food waste, however, is more than indefensible.
—Vaclav Smil, WIRED, 12 Dec. 2024
Projecting the price tags for the current free agency class for Bleacher Report, Joel Reuter predicted the Red Sox would ultimately prevail by landing Soto on a 15-year, $675 million deal -- and that things could wrap up in the near future.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The Eagles twice had the ball in the final seconds with a chance to take the lead before the Comets finally prevailed 74-72.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
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Love added another three-pointer, Jaquez’s cold streak deepened with three more misses, and the Tar Heels went on to win by five points.Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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Brown was the most successful among them, winning NBA Coach of the Year in 2022-23 after helping the Kings break an NBA-record 16-year playoff drought.Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 27 Dec. 2024
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By emphasizing the long-term game, DEI work can better survive the short-term backlash.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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But Roz teaches the animals to act against their nature—to befriend one another, accept Brightbill, and work together to survive.Elvia Wilk, The Atlantic, 18 Dec. 2024
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Let 2024 be the year where your resolutions not only survive but thrive, paving the way for lasting professional success.Mark Murphy, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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He was loved by everyone who saw his act, and his partnership with Piff was a truly magical bond that will forever leave a lasting impact on our hearts.Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Prevail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevail. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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