Answer: prevailed

AnswerCrossword Clue
PREVAILEDWaxed strong.
PREVAILEDWas victorious.
PREVAILEDHeld sway.
PREVAILEDWon.
PREVAILEDTriumphed
PREVAILEDWon out
prevailedBe widespread in a particular area at a particular time; be current
prevailedPersuade (someone) to do something
prevailedProve more powerful than opposing forces; be victorious
prevailedPREVAIL, to triumph (to be victorious)