prevail (upon)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevail (upon)
Verb
  • That’s just from begging a bum-a– dude to buy me flowers, to just having so much fruition in my career.
    Michael Saponara, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The couple quickly went public, begging for information or for whomever might have taken her to leave her at a hospital, church, a fire station.
    Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Musk has also backed the AfD, urging Germans to vote for the right-wing group in elections earlier this year, as well as English far-right figure Tommy Robinson.
    Todd Symons, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Advertisement Advertisement Police said the investigation remains open and urged anyone with relevant information to contact the force.
    Time, Time, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Keep scrolling - more smile-inducing stories await!
    Ronnie Li, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Labor was induced that day, and her son was born safely, but Tarrien wasn't out of the woods yet.
    Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Part of persuading consumers to spend on sustainable products comes from carefully planned and executed advertising and marketing campaigns.
    Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 26 Mar. 2025
  • But the taxpayer still persuaded the Tax Court.
    Robert W. Wood, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • His play in Wilkes-Barre has only convinced them more that, at worst, Koivunen has a real opportunity to become a good middle-six winger at the NHL level.
    Josh Yohe, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
  • While the software does issue a disclaimer before spitting out its design, seemingly to avoid trademark issues, some fair-use hawks are not convinced.
    Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Colby Pope, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, implored people to stay home if possible and remain vigilant, citing the potential for flooded roads and bad driving conditions.
    Amir Mahmoud, Arkansas Online, 5 Apr. 2025
  • For years, the Phillies have implored Rojas to incorporate more bunting.
    Matt Gelb, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Harris created for women accounts on websites commonly used for prostitution and recommended prices to be charged and time allotments.
    Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2025
  • What are your favorite NYC restaurants to recommend?
    Nasha Smith, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The Last of Us star got their first role in season 6 of Game of Thrones at 11 years old, and has their parents to thank for encouraging their career.
    Makena Gera, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Those who pick up the materials are encouraged to take a photo with their 988 sign, share it on their social media platforms and tag the Kane County Health Department to let their friends and family know that support is always available, according to the release.
    Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
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“Prevail (upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevail%20%28upon%29. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

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