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Prevailing describes something with the most widespread influence or acceptance at the present time. (adjective)
- The theory of evolution is an example of the prevailing theory about where people come from, since scientists on the whole currently accept the theory.
- The speed of the wind is an example of the prevailing force of the wind.
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