- present tense form of prevail (3rd person singular).
prevails
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Cornered, the liar finally admits, accidentally or intentionally, the truth; justice prevails and catharsis is achieved.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026
"In order to maintain its presence, its foremost mission is to ensure that the government prevails no matter what threats are underway," Ochieng said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
Feyenoord's general manager Robert Eenhoorn said he "cannot be happy" with their 5-2 victory in Leeuwarden, adding "frustration prevails too much for that".
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
They said he faced an “unrecoverable loss” since the money likely couldn’t be recouped even if he eventually prevails.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
“We do not yet know the winner of last night’s duel, but it is only a matter of time before Otrera prevails and comes to our aid.”
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
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