The tendency
Example: The tendency shows a gradual increase over time
Definition
"The tendency" refers to a natural or prevailing disposition or inclination toward a particular characteristic, behavior, or outcome. It indicates a consistent pattern or trend that shows how something is likely to develop or change over time.
Etymology
The phrase "the tendency" originates from the Latin word 'tendere,' meaning 'to stretch' or 'to extend.' Over time, it evolved in Middle English to describe an inclination or leaning toward something. Did you know? The word 'tendency' captures the idea of stretching toward a particular direction or outcome.
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"The tendency" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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