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
However, the issue of national security, namely its component as information security, prevails over all considerations and personal feelings.
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Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Their verdict, not the judgment of the company’s management team, prevails, the brothers insisted.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Sep. 2025
If Upside Foods prevails in court, legal experts suggest the precedent could apply directly to Texas and other states.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
If Putin prevails, Beijing will draw conclusions about Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and beyond.
—Kay Bailey Hutchison, Time, 1 Sep. 2025
Thursday’s vote is what happens when pragmatism prevails, when adults make difficult decisions and when the borrow-and-spend ethos of this mayor and his team is repudiated.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
Another aspect that isn’t terribly sensible is the convertible top, which entails a bit of a ritual to erect, along with side curtains that more or less enclose occupants when inclement weather prevails.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2025
Cole almost succeeds in destroying Nina too, but Nina’s spirit prevails.
—Kelly Sundberg
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
If Darjean ultimately prevails, he will be entitled to pursue collection efforts, potentially including garnishment of Sanders’ NFL income.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Their verdict, not the judgment of the company’s management team, prevails, the brothers insisted.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Sep. 2025
If Upside Foods prevails in court, legal experts suggest the precedent could apply directly to Texas and other states.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
If Putin prevails, Beijing will draw conclusions about Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and beyond.
—Kay Bailey Hutchison, Time, 1 Sep. 2025
Thursday’s vote is what happens when pragmatism prevails, when adults make difficult decisions and when the borrow-and-spend ethos of this mayor and his team is repudiated.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
Another aspect that isn’t terribly sensible is the convertible top, which entails a bit of a ritual to erect, along with side curtains that more or less enclose occupants when inclement weather prevails.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2025
Cole almost succeeds in destroying Nina too, but Nina’s spirit prevails.
—Kelly Sundberg
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
If Darjean ultimately prevails, he will be entitled to pursue collection efforts, potentially including garnishment of Sanders’ NFL income.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevails
Verb
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Meanwhile, Matthew is seen as the driving force behind the Florida Panthers’ emergence as a hockey powerhouse, helping mold the franchise while leading them to two Stanley Cup Finals wins.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Then the Panthers put together three straight touchdown drives — composed of 14 plays, then 14 plays, then 12 plays — and recovered an onside kick to put them about 50 yards away from one of the greatest comeback wins in franchise history.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Sep. 2025
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Gaal, meanwhile, survives but without the answers that might make survival meaningful.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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The soap and baking powder are long-gone; the chewing gum survives and thrives.—
Julia Dhar,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The battery lasts up to a year and is easily replaceable when that time comes.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Deliver a genuine human experience that starts from the moment a client requests more information and lasts beyond the receipt of their purchase.—
Brandon Aversano,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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If secrecy persists, gently ask if there are aspects of their life that feel hard to discuss.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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However, homelessness still persists even as advocates use both approaches.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Prevails.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevails. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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