Example Sentences

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In Ukraine, prevailing winds blow east, meaning balloons naturally float toward Russia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

They say British institutions are being "battered by numerous prevailing winds", including stretched finances and restrictions on international students, which could make it hard to sustain its position in the future.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2024

The idea that restricting spending was nothing but a “curb on ambition” took root, and the clubs moved with the prevailing winds.

From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2024

The reason it got to California is that the third factor — usually prevailing winds pushing storms from east to west – failed to protect the Pacific coast this time, Swain said.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 21, 2023

It blew topsy-turvy in an eastward direction, borne by fate and the prevailing winds toward the wide, unforgiving sea.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood