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
That is also the most prevalent VA loans have been in Virginia Beach of any August on record, according to Redfin.
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
But the issue may only become more prevalent.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
Borde suggested that micro-payment systems — already prevalent in Asia — could offer a solution when combined with subscription models.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
In East San Jose, the area Ortiz predominantly represents, the report highlighted that tobacco retailers were more prevalent than in other parts of the county.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2025
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
But the issue may only become more prevalent.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
Borde suggested that micro-payment systems — already prevalent in Asia — could offer a solution when combined with subscription models.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
In East San Jose, the area Ortiz predominantly represents, the report highlighted that tobacco retailers were more prevalent than in other parts of the county.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevalent
Adjective
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That sentiment, while proclaimed in jest, captures a current appetite among many celebrities and fans alike to break away from conventional interviews in favor of more authentic and flavorful content.—
Yahya Salem,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Reports claimed that the KSOT is designed to provide a fast, efficient and effective solution to strengthen the Indonesia’s maritime combat capabilities, while complementing its existing fleet of conventional submarines.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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His usual producer, Nick Schwarz, took the first crack at it and cut a version that hit hard.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
5 Nov. 2025
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Across all household sizes, the SNAP reduction is roughly 49 percent—meaning households claiming the top amount will get about half of their usual monthly benefit in November.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 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
Adjective
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Taichito’s current location is unknown.—
Kim Aris,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
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Soon, Wegovy and Zepbound will be sold on a new website—dubbed TrumpRx—for only about $250 a month, a fraction of their current retail price of more than $1,000.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Having waded through the elaborate setup and established the stakes with his customary jazzy energy and sharp visuals, Wright then slips into an episodic rut.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
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Coaches between the two teams agreed that, instead of a customary five-minute break between the two halves of extra time, both teams would switch halves and resume play almost immediately.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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This fuels resentment toward India and mistrust of the United States, catalysts for the kind of violent popular overthrow that has marked the subcontinent in recent years.—
MUHIB RAHMAN,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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The silky maxidress was wholly evocative of the holiday season, with a vibrant color that referenced popular shades of green and red often associated with the Christmas holiday.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Prevalent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevalent. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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