as in conventional
accepted, used, or practiced by most people
the kinds of accidents seen in places where snowmobiles are prevalent
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Recent Examples of prevalent
The timing of this pilot program comes as romance scams become more prevalent across the United States.
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Piper Heath, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
This is not a new issue and this is how The Athletic explained the situation earlier this year when the chant became prevalent at the 2025 Concacaf Nations League.
—Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 1 July 2025
The Problem With Traditional Security Awareness Training Phishing, social engineering and business email compromise (BEC) represent today’s most prevalent and damaging attacks—all of which rely on tricking people.
—Mike Britton, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Meanwhile, biometric authentication has become more prevalent.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 25 June 2025
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Piper Heath, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
This is not a new issue and this is how The Athletic explained the situation earlier this year when the chant became prevalent at the 2025 Concacaf Nations League.
—Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 1 July 2025
The Problem With Traditional Security Awareness Training Phishing, social engineering and business email compromise (BEC) represent today’s most prevalent and damaging attacks—all of which rely on tricking people.
—Mike Britton, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Meanwhile, biometric authentication has become more prevalent.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevalent
Adjective
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The 139-footer, known as the 42 Exuma, has a novel layout that defies conventional superyacht design and an elegant interior that bears the hallmarks of a master couturier.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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Twice per day, on the way up and back down, Kosmos 2589 briefly passes near a large number of US government and commercial satellites in more conventional geosynchronous orbits but then quickly departs the vicinity.—
Robert Pearlman,
ArsTechnica,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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As usual, Trump did most of the talking, but Rutte was clearly on board and confirmed key details.—
Daniel Fried,
Time,
15 July 2025
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For deeper repair, apply generously as an overnight scalp and hair mask, then wash and style as usual the next day.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Here’s how Wheeler has fared against current Padres in the regular season: The 35-year-old veteran threw 41 of his 63 pitches for strikes in Monday’s season debut, allowing two runs on three hits and three walks in 3⅔ innings in a loss.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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In its current form, the restaurant offers a five-course tasting menu for the rough equivalent of $82 with the option of an even more affordable three-course meal for about $59.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The court did not explain its decision in favor of Trump, as is customary in emergency appeals.—
Mark Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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In a sport where sunglasses haven’t been customary on the pro tour, RIA Eyewear entered the space five years ago with a tennis-specific lens and frame, steadily building a bridge between the world of tennis and sunglasses.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Here’s what to know about the history of this popular seaside city and its residents.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
8 July 2025
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For years, BlackRock has been known for its popular index business, which manages trillions of dollars and makes up a significant portion of its revenues.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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“Prevalent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevalent. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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