prevail
US /prɪˈveɪl/
UK /prɪˈveɪl/
1.
prove more powerful or superior
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Justice will prevail in the end.
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Good sense prevailed, and the strike was called off.
2.
be widespread in a particular area at a particular time; be current
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The custom still prevails in some rural areas.
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A feeling of optimism prevailed among the team members.