Example Sentences
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Still, Pelosi prevailed, by less than 4,000 votes out of nearly 108,000 cast.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
But the lower house's broader approach demanding social media platforms refuse new users under 15 and suspend accounts belonging to children under that age prevailed.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
Last summer Lamine Yamal scored twice and Mbappe once as Spain prevailed 5-4 in a thrilling Uefa Nations League semi-final.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
In a series of lesser-noticed but important cases, business interests also prevailed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
There the ways of civilization prevailed, and the meals in this hospital were found to contain as much DDT as those in the most populous city.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
