prevailing
US /prɪˈveɪ.lɪŋ/
UK /prɪˈveɪ.lɪŋ/
1.
predominante, vigente
existing at a particular time; current.
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The prevailing mood was one of optimism.
O clima predominante era de otimismo.
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Despite the prevailing winds, the ship made good progress.
Apesar dos ventos predominantes, o navio fez bons progressos.
2.
predominante, dominante
most common or strongest; predominant.
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The prevailing opinion is that the economy will improve.
A opinião predominante é que a economia vai melhorar.
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The prevailing color in the painting was blue.
A cor predominante na pintura era azul.