trend
word
Definition
A general direction in which something is developing or changing. Also a topic or style that is popular at a particular time, especially on social media.
Usage & Nuances
Common collocations: trend setter, trending topic, upward/downward trend, fashion trend, follow a trend. As a verb: 'trending on Twitter/X'. 'Trendy' (adjective) means fashionable but can sound slightly dismissive. Don't confuse with 'tendency' — trend is about data/movements, tendency is about personal inclination.
Example Sentences
This fashion trend started in the 1990s.
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I'm not really one to follow trends — I just wear what I like.
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There is a growing trend toward remote work.
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The data shows an upward trend in sales.
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Every couple of years, a new diet trend sweeps through social media and everyone loses their minds.
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The trend is clear — people are spending less on luxury goods and more on experiences.
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