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Yes, prevail is playable

...and is worth 15 points.

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"Prevail" Definition

verb-intransitive

To be greater in strength or influence; triumph: prevailed against the enemy.
To be in force, use, or effect; be current: an ancient tradition that still prevails.
To be most common or frequent; be predominant: a region where snow and ice prevail.
To be or become effective; win out: hoped justice would prevail.
To use persuasion or inducement successfully. Often used with on, upon, or with. See Synonyms at persuade.

verb

To gain ascendancy through strength or superiority .
To be or become effective or effectual.
To use persuasion successfully .
To be frequent .
To be or continue in use or fashion .

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