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
Additionally, new observation systems have virtually eliminated plane crashes associated with wind shear, which were prevalent a few decades ago.
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Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
This type of discoloration is most prevalent in the thumb, index finger, and big toe, Basile says, and can indicate melanoma of the nail.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
The Euro-stop is as prevalent as any move in the NBA.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Although prevalent in denim, indigo has a footprint that extends to art and craft, as well as spirituality and science.
—Carved In Blue, Sourcing Journal, 26 Feb. 2025
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Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
This type of discoloration is most prevalent in the thumb, index finger, and big toe, Basile says, and can indicate melanoma of the nail.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
The Euro-stop is as prevalent as any move in the NBA.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Although prevalent in denim, indigo has a footprint that extends to art and craft, as well as spirituality and science.
—Carved In Blue, Sourcing Journal, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prevalent
Adjective
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More importantly, Lara wants women to embrace their bodies’ natural processes rather than feel pressured to conform to societal expectations or follow conventional paths that don’t seem to be working in their favor.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacramento Bee,
28 Feb. 2025
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The 36 dwarf galaxies are varied in their properties, and many exhibit puzzling orbits that conventional theories have so far been unable to explain.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Since retinol can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, don’t forget to apply SPF (as usual).—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
6 Mar. 2025
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Agencies that have already received funding approval or operate on a permanent funding basis would continue to operate as usual.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Check the the park’s current conditions website for updates on the burn ban.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Mar. 2025
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But the impact of a collection tradeline will depend on variable factors like your current score, the score model and even how recent the collection is, experts say.—
Ana Teresa Solá,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As soon as the final buzzer sounded Tuesday in the Mavericks’ 107-99 loss to the Lakers, Irving and Dončić met near midcourt, did their customary handshake and hugged.—
Christian Clark,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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The Eagles won the Super Bowl in 2018 while Trump was president, and did not attend the customary meeting with him following their victory.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This exceptional home is in what is known as a popular neighborhood.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
9 Mar. 2025
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The Gossip Girl cast — which also includes Ed Westwick, Chace Crawford and Penn Badgley — have had several reunions since the popular series ended after six seasons in 2012.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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“Prevalent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevalent. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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