trend (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /trɛnd/
Definition
A general direction in which something is developing or changing.
Examples
The trend towards online shopping has accelerated in recent years.
There is a growing trend of people adopting vegetarian diets.
The stock market showed an upward trend throughout the day.
How to Use trend
- trend towards (prepositional phrase)
- A general direction of development or change in a particular area. — "There is a trend towards healthier eating habits."
- trend in (prepositional phrase)
- A general direction of development or change within a specific field or category. — "We observed a significant trend in consumer behavior."
- trend upward (phrasal verb)
- To move or develop in an upward direction. — "Stock prices are trending upward."
- trend downward (phrasal verb)
- To move or develop in a downward direction. — "Unemployment figures are trending downward."
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