Phrasal Verb - Prevailing On
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.Definition
To continue to have an influence or effect on something, especially in a way that is difficult to stop. It can also mean to continue to dominate or triumph over someone or something.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | She prevailed on her manager to give her a promotion. |
| 2 | The new policy prevailed on the people to recycle more. |
| 3 | He prevailed on the government to increase the funding for the project. |
| 4 | The good weather prevailed on the tourists to visit the beach. |
| 5 | The team's determination prevailed on the opponents to surrender. |
| 6 | The noise from the neighbors prevailed on the family to move away. |
| 7 | The politician's charisma prevailed on the audience to vote for him. |
| 8 | The artist's talent prevailed on the critics to appreciate her work. |
| 9 | The opposition's argument prevailed on the government to change its decision. |
| 10 | The kindness of the stranger prevailed on the couple to invite her to dinner. |
| 11 | The design of the house prevailed on the homeowners to buy it. |