tendency
тенденция
general direction of change
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tendency with Russian translation
tendency usage examples
Наблюдается явная тенденция к использованию экологичных тканей.
There is a clear tendency toward sustainable fabrics.
Её тенденция выбирать нейтральные цвета заметна в каждом наряде.
Her tendency to choose neutral colours shows in every outfit.
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tendency belongs to the topic "Fashion and Trends". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
tendency synonyms
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A leaning, predisposition, or preference (often personal); closely matches 'tendency' when referring to individual or subjective inclinations.
He has an inclination to prefer classic styles over avant-garde designs.
A repeated or regular arrangement/sequence; emphasizes recurring form or regularity rather than a general inclination.
There's a clear pattern of brighter colours appearing each spring.
Emphasizes the course or vector of change (the way something is moving) rather than a habitual tendency.
The direction of fashion this season is toward more sustainable fabrics.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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tendency meaning: what does it mean?
general direction of change
tendency pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
tendency is pronounced as /ˈtɛndənsi/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
tendency definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
There is a clear tendency toward sustainable fabrics. Translation: Наблюдается явная тенденция к использованию экологичных тканей.
Is tendency part of Fashion and Trends vocabulary?
Yes, tendency (тенденция) can be learned in the Fashion and Trends topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is tendency part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, tendency (тенденция) can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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