prevalent
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“They’re incredibly prevalent and people interact with them a lot,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
The trademark right hand still carried threat, but the explosiveness, timing and confidence that once made him so dangerous were not as prevalent.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Specifically, according to Alexander, “D-MER does tend to be more prevalent in those who have ADHD, are autistic, or people that have dealt with previous diagnosis of depression, anxiety, and PTSD.”
From Slate • Mar. 15, 2026
Red foxes are one of the most prevalent carnivorous mammals globally and are found in Europe, Asia and North America as well as in parts of Africa.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
The new paradigm of collaborative research pursued in the ramshackle Rad Lab surprised visitors bred in the insular working style still prevalent in academia.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
Vocabulary lists containing prevalent
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