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prevailing in German

prevailing in German is herrschend — prevailing means most common, widespread, or dominant at a particular time.

prevailing in German

herrschend
adj
Predominant; of greatest force.

What does "prevailing" mean?

  1. adj Most common, widespread, or dominant at a particular time.
    "The prevailing view among economists is that rates will rise next year."

prevailing in a sentence

  • The prevailing view among economists is that rates will rise next year.
  • Sailors need to know the prevailing winds before setting a course.

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What is "prevailing" in German?

"prevailing" in German is herrschend. prevailing means: Most common, widespread, or dominant at a particular time.

How do you use "prevailing" in a sentence?

Example: "The prevailing view among economists is that rates will rise next year." In German, "prevailing" is herrschend.

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