PREVAILING (ON OR UPON) Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

prevailing (on or upon)

verb

present participle of prevail (on or upon)

as in convincing

to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests we prevailed on him to sing in front of all his friends

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Why expend so much money convincing an audience to trust what a studio is selling when a digital filmmaker has already established that trust with their millions of followers?

— Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026
Someone who is interested in her findings, of course, is Horwitz, a former political journo newly appointed to the WSJ’s tech beat — and still convincing his icy new boss (Betty Gilpin, of course) that tech is politics in this day and age.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of convincing

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The company’s reputation was built partly on persuading audiences to take chances on inexpensive, surprising horror outings — often with little more than a compelling premise to go on.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026
Campaigns are entering a crucial stretch for persuading the independent voters who will probably determine outcomes in swing races.

— Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of persuading

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Here are 16 satisfying activities and rituals to add to your fall bucket list.

— Clare Marie Schneider, NPR, 10 Oct. 2026
Unlike quiches, frittatas are crustless, but this version doesn’t skimp on satisfying carbs, thanks to coils of spaghetti that become crisp and caramelized on the edges and soft and fluffy in the eggy center.

— Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2026

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There is a risk of flash flooding, with the storm bringing 4 to 8 inches across southern Alabama, the Florida Panhandle and Big Bend, and southwest Georgia, according to the advisory.

— Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026
Back at the hotel, the rooftop pool offers a welcome reset after a day exploring DTLA, while the gym is well-equipped and justifies bringing a set of workout clothes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026

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