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prevalent

[prev-uh-luhnt] / ˈprɛv ə lənt /




Usage

What are other ways to say prevalent? Something that is prevalent exists or is spread widely: a prevalent idea. That which is current is in general circulation or a matter of common knowledge or acceptance: current usage in English. That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.

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Industry data varies on how prevalent the price cutting is, but everything points to an increase.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 2, 2026

"What the Pope is telling us is that what matters is spiritual nourishment, and not the materialism that is so prevalent today," he said, outside a luxury jewelry store.

From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026

His pop acumen is prevalent on “Let’s Get Married,” an effervescent midtempo number with a sticky chorus.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

Ivy bees, which feed mainly on the nectar of ivy flowers, had also become more prevalent in the Midlands, Benwell said, adding they were easy to find on buildings.

From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026

These attitudes and behaviors were prevalent for many decades after slavery ended, including in education.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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