(usually of a disease or condition) Past tense for to affect adversely
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To have determined or dictated
To have been persuaded based on available information
Past tense for to be victorious, or to prove to be more powerful or superior
“But the new vocabulary and the concepts that went with it were part of the arsenal he needed in order to prevail over his rivals.”
Past tense for to be, or prove, successful
“He never gave up his faith that the family business would prevail.”
Past tense for to be widespread or current in a particular area or at a particular time
“Sometimes belief seems to prevail, at other times doubt, but the important thing is to keep the conversation going.”
Past tense for to endure, survive, or remain in existence
“Only the strong will prevail. If you think we are the weak, it might be worthwhile to pack up and move to a different destination.”
Past tense for to have or exert control or power
Past tense for to defeat, subdue or overcome with superior strength
Past tense for to rule over or control arbitrarily or arrogantly
Past tense for to triumph or achieve victory in
(often "triumph over") Past tense for to prevail over rivals, challenges, or difficulties
Past tense for to remain valid or unaltered
(usually of a disease or condition) Past tense for to affect adversely
Past tense for to survive a difficult situation
Past tense for to be exceptionally proficient in an activity or subject
Past tense for to exist or be found to be present in a place or under a particular set of conditions
Past tense for to have power and influence over
Past tense for to overcome or prevail over, especially a difficulty or obstacle
Past tense for to affect or come upon
Past tense for to exceed in weight or importance
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