Example Sentences

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The energy companies have prevailed for now after a court saga where the businesses said the shutdowns cost them hundreds of millions of dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Similarly, the lesson here is that the institutions that have been willing to fight back have the law on their side and have prevailed, at least in court.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

Challengers have prevailed in 350 of those cases – decided by over 160 different judges sitting in about 50 different courts across the United States.

From Salon • Dec. 12, 2025

So far, however, calmer heads have prevailed, and U.S. airline stocks ended the week with gains.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 7, 2025

Well, Mrs. Weston, you have prevailed, I hope, and these ladies will oblige us.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen