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
Because talent prevails, particularly over the course of a series.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 22 Apr. 2025
Skies will prevail throughout the day, with temperatures climbing to around 80 degrees, well above normal.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Hopefully, sounder thinking will prevail in the state Senate, if not, in the governor’s office.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2025
This rule against discrimination has profound implications, if Becket’s clients prevail.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 15 Apr. 2025
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 22 Apr. 2025
Skies will prevail throughout the day, with temperatures climbing to around 80 degrees, well above normal.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Hopefully, sounder thinking will prevail in the state Senate, if not, in the governor’s office.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2025
This rule against discrimination has profound implications, if Becket’s clients prevail.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevail
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That advantage paired with a 14-11 edge in offensive rebounds helped Cleveland win the possession battle, taking eight more field-goal attempts and four more free throws than Miami.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
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Now, Wells has a chance to become the fourth second-round pick in NBA history to win Rookie of the Year.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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If young curlews cannot survive to reproductive age, conservationists fear there won’t be enough breeding birds to replenish the species’ numbers, which could cause the entire population to collapse.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 Apr. 2025
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There is a vast tide of Imperial functionaries, from soldiers to bureaucrats to technicians, all conforming to survive the predations of the Emperor’s whims.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2025
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Whether through design, real estate, or social initiatives, Yemane’s businesses are all about impact, helping people build wealth, communities, and lasting relationships.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Will Warren lasted just 1.2 innings in the Bombers’ first major league game at George M. Steinbrenner Field.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Prevail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevail. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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