1
as in to win
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
we shall prevail despite the overwhelming odds
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as in to survive
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 prevail
Westchester 62, North Torrance 38: The Comets prevailed against a team in which former coach Ed Azzam is an assistant coach.
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
The prevailing food waste, however, is more than indefensible.
—Vaclav Smil, WIRED, 12 Dec. 2024
Projecting the price tags for the current free agency class for Bleacher Report, Joel Reuter predicted the Red Sox would ultimately prevail by landing Soto on a 15-year, $675 million deal -- and that things could wrap up in the near future.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The Eagles twice had the ball in the final seconds with a chance to take the lead before the Comets finally prevailed 74-72.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
The prevailing food waste, however, is more than indefensible.
—Vaclav Smil, WIRED, 12 Dec. 2024
Projecting the price tags for the current free agency class for Bleacher Report, Joel Reuter predicted the Red Sox would ultimately prevail by landing Soto on a 15-year, $675 million deal -- and that things could wrap up in the near future.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The Eagles twice had the ball in the final seconds with a chance to take the lead before the Comets finally prevailed 74-72.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
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Lottery News:Man can't find second winning lottery ticket, sues over $394 million jackpot, lawsuit says Powerball winning numbers for 12/14/2024 The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on Saturday, Dec. 14 are 11, 17, 23, 52 and 67.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
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The Jets went 30-64 under Douglas and did not make the playoffs or finish with a winning record in any year of his tenure.Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
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But Roz teaches the animals to act against their nature—to befriend one another, accept Brightbill, and work together to survive.Elvia Wilk, The Atlantic, 18 Dec. 2024
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By emphasizing the long-term game, DEI work can better survive the short-term backlash.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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This segment of What’s Ahead examines how Putin’s plans can be thwarted and how a great lasting settlement can be reached, leaving Ukraine truly independent.Steve Forbes, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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By aligning purpose with action, organizations benefit society and the environment, enabling them to thrive and promote lasting resilience.Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Prevail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevail. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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