prevailing

"The flu was widespread throughout the school, with many students absent. "

"That salesman was able to persuade me into buying this bottle of lotion."

"Red colour prevails in the Canadian flag."

"The teacher assigned additional homework for the weekend. "

"Women outnumbered men by two to one."

"The frequency of bus service has been improved from one every 15 to one every 12 minutes."

"The teacher's dominance in the classroom ensured students paid attention. "

"I have absolutely no influence over him."

"The predominant flavor in the family's Sunday dinner was garlic, although the onion was also a noticeable subdominant element. "

"The enemy had the advantage of a more elevated position."

"The high prevalence of cell phone use in schools is a growing concern for teachers. "

"He will need lots of practice with the lines before he performs them."