1
as in wins
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
we shall prevail despite the overwhelming odds
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2
as in survives
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 prevails
So much of the future is uncertain for Black filmmakers — for the medium in totality — but whether Sinners wins or loses, Coogler’s vision prevails.
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Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
There is no room for error, so in Team Radio, the human touch prevails.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
David Madden and Jason Goldberg from the production arm of the online publishing platform joined Deadline for a romantic chat – or, rather, a chat about romance – and broke down why love always prevails.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026
Warren closed out his number by thanking his beautiful wife; chivalry prevails!
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 1 Mar. 2026
Fear prevails, however, until otherwise dispelled.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
Even if Anthropic ultimately prevails in challenging the supply chain risk designation in court, the damage to its business may be done.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 Feb. 2026
Whoever prevails will become Nepal’s 16th prime minister in less than two decades, underscoring the recurring political instability that has marked the Himalayan nation since the monarchy was abolished in 2008.
—ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026
Regardless of which bidder prevails, consolidation in the industry is a major fear, particularly after waves of job cuts due to the pandemic and pullbacks in production spending amid streaming losses.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
There is no room for error, so in Team Radio, the human touch prevails.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
David Madden and Jason Goldberg from the production arm of the online publishing platform joined Deadline for a romantic chat – or, rather, a chat about romance – and broke down why love always prevails.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026
Warren closed out his number by thanking his beautiful wife; chivalry prevails!
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 1 Mar. 2026
Fear prevails, however, until otherwise dispelled.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
Even if Anthropic ultimately prevails in challenging the supply chain risk designation in court, the damage to its business may be done.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 Feb. 2026
Whoever prevails will become Nepal’s 16th prime minister in less than two decades, underscoring the recurring political instability that has marked the Himalayan nation since the monarchy was abolished in 2008.
—ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026
Regardless of which bidder prevails, consolidation in the industry is a major fear, particularly after waves of job cuts due to the pandemic and pullbacks in production spending amid streaming losses.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevails
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The Dominican Republic moves on, now two wins away from a championship.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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The 49ers got to the quarters — three wins away from a first NCAA Tournament bid in 21 years — by going on an 18-0 run in the second half to take a 39-27 lead and take control of the game.—
Langston Wertz Jr,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
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In a world gone terribly wrong and sideways, humanity survives.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Mar. 2026
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If the Iranian regime survives in weakened form, Beijing will likely calibrate limited, deniable support while avoiding overcommitment.—
John Calabrese,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2026
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Travelers must apply for the program and pay a fee of $120 that lasts five years.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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Higher fertilizer prices for farmers and retailers could ultimately raise food costs for consumers if the trade disruption lasts, said Veronica Nigh, chief economist at The Fertilizer Institute.—
Brandon Gomez,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Yet the Alley persists in spite of all this.—
Lilliam Rivera,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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As the historic disruption to energy supply persists, countries have scrambled to stem the economic impact by curbing consumption, capping fuel prices and tapping into emergency oil reserves.—
Luciana Lopez,
CNN Money,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Prevails.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevails. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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