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prevalent

[prev-uh-luhnt] / ˈprɛv ə lənt /




Usage

What are other ways to say prevalent? Something that is prevalent exists or is spread widely: a prevalent idea. That which is current is in general circulation or a matter of common knowledge or acceptance: current usage in English. That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.

Example Sentences

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There’s been a “risk-off” mood prevalent in markets lately, and that sentiment has hit bitcoin especially hard.

From MarketWatch

"When we gather enough samples across individuals we can then analyze how prevalent these dietary trends are throughout a population."

From Science Daily

Brazil’s central bank held interest rates steady at a high level, as expected, but softened the hawkish tone prevalent in past meetings as it signaled monetary easing is ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal

Had social media been as prevalent when the “Scary Island” trip first aired, there wouldn’t be one Housewife on the trip who could’ve escaped the lethal criticisms of Bravo fanatics.

From Salon

WTH: Cancer rates and asthma are so prevalent among the people who I grew up around.

From Los Angeles Times