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Term: Prevail Over

Definition: To prove more powerful, successful, or influential than someone or something.


Senses and Usages:

Sense 1

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To prove to be more successful or dominant than someone or something.

Sample Sentence: The underdog team prevailed over the champions, shocking everyone.

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Sense 2

Part of Speech: Phrasal Verb

Definition: To achieve victory or overcome a difficult situation.

Sample Sentence: Despite facing numerous obstacles, the determined athlete prevailed over her injuries and won the race.

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