as in conventional
accepted, used, or practiced by most people
the kinds of accidents seen in places where snowmobiles are prevalent
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Recent Examples of prevalent
But there are major differences this time, and not just because the fear of COVID-19 is no longer prevalent.
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Brian Martin, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
For years, automotive industry executives have calmly and patiently explained that as advances in battery technology occur, and as battery-electric vehicles become more prevalent, the cost of batteries will come down and the price tags of EVs will follow.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
Sure, at some point, as alternative power sources such as solar, wind and nuclear become more prevalent, these outputs may diminish.
—Anand Rao, Fortune, 16 Aug. 2025
That subject has become even more prevalent in the past year.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2025
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Brian Martin, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
For years, automotive industry executives have calmly and patiently explained that as advances in battery technology occur, and as battery-electric vehicles become more prevalent, the cost of batteries will come down and the price tags of EVs will follow.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
Sure, at some point, as alternative power sources such as solar, wind and nuclear become more prevalent, these outputs may diminish.
—Anand Rao, Fortune, 16 Aug. 2025
That subject has become even more prevalent in the past year.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevalent
Adjective
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The Cost Of Status Quo Management SQMs often thrive in structured, very predictable environments where rules are defined and risks are minimized for conventional circumstances.—
Venkat Rao,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Its operations depended entirely on conventional aircraft and traditional surveillance systems.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Patrick Iversen will be back with our usual twice-weekly newsletter releases from next week. F1 2025’s Remaining Themes The biggest talking points of the season run-in 1.—
Alex Kalinauckas,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
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The eat-in kitchen has your usual niceties — a stainless-steel farmhouse sink, quartz counters, a walk-in pantry — while the three bedrooms upstairs all are comfortably sized.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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From its humble beginnings to its current role as one of the industry leaders, Vickerman continues to set the stage for holiday magic, ensuring that every season shines a little brighter.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
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She was nominated to the Board by then-President Joe Biden in 2022, and her current 14-year term is due to expire in January 2038.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The deal, subject to customary closing conditions, will see SoftBank acquire Intel common stock at $23 apiece, according to the statement.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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The show is currently on its summertime hiatus, customary among the late night circuit as the hosts take some time off.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Moonlight State Beach is another popular beach, according to Becker, and travelers can camp at San Elijo State Beach.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
25 Aug. 2025
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The Foo Fighters sit at No. 4 on the Alternative Airplay roster, while the popular tune declines on the Adult Alternative Airplay tally.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Prevalent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevalent. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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