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New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez said this is the first time a state has prevailed at trial against a major tech company for harming young people.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

However, at each turn, the clinic has prevailed, culminating in a big win before the Wyoming Supreme Court last week.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

"There is a national epidemic of damp and mould cases which has prevailed for many years," says Michael Parrett, a buildings pathology specialist.

From BBC • Oct. 26, 2025

That rate would be little changed from the 3.98% interest rate that has prevailed since May 1.

From Barron's • Oct. 24, 2025

“Well, it appears that logic has prevailed yet again,” he said.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs