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Recent Examples of countertrend
This average hid an important countertrend.
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Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2023
Yet as Andrés Spokoiny, president and CEO of the Jewish Funders Network, explains, NJPS also gave rise to a countertrend: deliberate policies of welcoming and attracting intermarried families.
—Andrew Silow-Carroll, sun-sentinel.com, 11 May 2021
The Public Safety Partnership report noted that Cleveland saw a countertrend in violent crime during the last two decades.
—Adam Ferrise, cleveland, 7 July 2020
The growth of conservative think tanks parallels the leftward migration of expertise in general: Call it a countertrend.
—Chris Mooney, Discover Magazine, 14 June 2011
Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2023
Yet as Andrés Spokoiny, president and CEO of the Jewish Funders Network, explains, NJPS also gave rise to a countertrend: deliberate policies of welcoming and attracting intermarried families.
—Andrew Silow-Carroll, sun-sentinel.com, 11 May 2021
The Public Safety Partnership report noted that Cleveland saw a countertrend in violent crime during the last two decades.
—Adam Ferrise, cleveland, 7 July 2020
The growth of conservative think tanks parallels the leftward migration of expertise in general: Call it a countertrend.
—Chris Mooney, Discover Magazine, 14 June 2011
Recent Examples of Synonyms for countertrend
Noun
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At the same time, a countercurrent is gaining momentum—one rooted in indigenous knowledge systems, farmer autonomy, and land stewardship.—
Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Key features include a sun deck, with a large pool with countercurrent jets and a Jacuzzi, and five balconies and sea terraces, one of which connects to a lower deck guest cabin.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The United States has tried repeatedly to wean itself off immigrant employment, but cheap labor is a tough habit to kick.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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This formula/habit/trend does not typically occur across the pond, so shortening 'Edgware Road' to 'Edgware,' does pose an issue.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Their two chief baseball executives share a propensity for action.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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Analyzing the data from the past five years, P&G’s stock has consistently demonstrated a strong propensity for positive one-day returns following earnings announcements, occurring in 70% of cases.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Three examples of Louisville bathroom renovations showcase various styles and upgrades. Design choices include bold wallpapers, mixed metals, and custom tile work.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
25 July 2025
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At the Mega Lo Mart, fans can get custom baseball hat pressings and refresh with a real Alamo beer at the hydration station underneath the Arlen water tower.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
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That this is the understanding of the government, is apparent from the whole tenor of its conduct.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
29 July 2025
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Keeping to the seasonal tenor, there was warm shrimp salad with slices of black truffle and an unusual dressing of Prosececo wine with avocado and tomato.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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The study attributed the trend to a rise in sea-surface temperatures due to climate change.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Aug. 2025
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The motivation behind the trend is understandable—no one wants sticky detergent dripping all over their hands or laundry room.—
Kendall Bettle,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These elements are reflected in the use of subtle curves mimicking the form of the waves; a material palette of light plasters, soothing beige tones, and warm metals; and a contemporary and modern design approach aligned with Dubai’s future.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
25 July 2025
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Sinker was great; changeup was good; slider, curve, everything was working.—
Cameron Priester,
Sun Sentinel,
24 July 2025
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Having navigated significant challenges, including the devastating hurricanes of 2017, a global pandemic and political shifts, the territory has emerged stronger than ever.—
Panorama Media Ltd,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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The recent fight at San Diego City Hall over how many middle managers the city employs could signal the start of a shift away from such jobs in the future, after years of their ranks quickly growing.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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“Countertrend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countertrend. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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