as in widespread
existing in every part of something; spreading to all parts of something
A pervasive smell filled the room. the pervasive nature of the problem
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Recent Examples of pervasive
At a large technical university, a 2024–25 survey of more than 4,800 students showed that AI use was not only pervasive but also discipline-specific, especially in STEM fields where students relied on AI as both a research assistant and a study partner.
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Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The pervasive pop of Bad Bunny.
—Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 17 Sep. 2025
Is this based on something real in the region, where social media is so pervasive?
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
And second, the pervasive use of these platforms primed the nation’s youth for this moment of protest.
—Nir Kshetri, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2025
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Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The pervasive pop of Bad Bunny.
—Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 17 Sep. 2025
Is this based on something real in the region, where social media is so pervasive?
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
And second, the pervasive use of these platforms primed the nation’s youth for this moment of protest.
—Nir Kshetri, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pervasive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pervasive
Adjective
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The late-night host's temporary suspension sparked widespread outcry and accusations of government censorship.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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In comparison, if a drone was armed and had the ability to cause widespread damage, armed forces would be much more likely to take action to shoot the device down.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity per week, along with at least two days of strength training and activities to improve balance.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Expecting heavy rain, Joey, a general contractor and project manager, decided to work from home.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These ads seem to be more prevalent now than ever, and their target audience knows no bounds.—
Mallary Tenore Tarpley,
USA Today,
22 Sep. 2025
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Windows is more likely to support custom business applications, and macOS is prevalent in creative fields.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The America, once a familiar sight in San Diego, will soon undergo $200 million in maintenance and upgrades at General Dynamics-NASSCO in Barrio Logan.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Sep. 2025
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Kimmel then built toward a familiar pop culture comparison.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Dissent is nothing more than the expression of an opinion that varies from the prevailing or traditional view or the position held by those in power.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Twin Cities,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Pervasive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pervasive. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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