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单词 bandwagon
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bandwagon

noun

band·​wag·​on ˈband-ˌwa-gən How to pronounce bandwagon (audio)
often attributive
1
: a usually ornate and high wagon for a band of musicians especially in a circus parade
2
: a popular party, faction, or cause that attracts growing support
often used in such phrases as jump on the bandwagon
3
: a current or fashionable trend

Synonyms

  • blitz
  • campaign
  • cause
  • crusade
  • drive
  • juggernaut
  • movement
  • push
See all Synonyms & Antonyms

Example Sentences

tried to get everyone on the bandwagon about forming a neighborhood cleanup
Recent Examples on the Web The Ohio State grad didn't merely jump on the football bandwagon after sparking a romance with Burrow, she's long been a fan of the game. Jolene Latimer, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2022 While Venice and Berlin have come to embrace documentaries, Cannes has yet to join the non-fiction bandwagon in recent years despite programming a number of non-fiction titles in its early days. Addie Morfoot, Variety, 29 Aug. 2022 In recent years, streaming platforms have jumped on the transmedia bandwagon, adapting video game IPs at a rapid pace. Greg Leporati, Washington Post, 17 Aug. 2022 More From Logistics Report Food and beverage companies have also jumped on the direct-selling bandwagon. Akiko Matsuda, WSJ, 6 Aug. 2022 In other words, the Sondheim bandwagon is getting very, very crowded. Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 20 July 2022 Today, almost every automaker is either comfortably seated on the SUV bandwagon or ready for immediate boarding. Frank Markus, Car and Driver, 15 July 2022 Tari Eason has been a member of the Houston Rockets for a little more than two weeks but fans already are filling up the Eason bandwagon. Matt Young, Chron, 12 July 2022 And Lufthansa isn’t the only airline still on the superjumbo bandwagon. Tim Newcomb, Popular Mechanics, 29 June 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

bandwagon

noun

band·​wag·​on ˈband-ˌwa-gən How to pronounce bandwagon (audio)
1
: a wagon carrying musicians in a parade
2
: a candidate, side, or movement that attracts growing support Many restaurants are getting on the bandwagon and offering healthier food.

bandwagon

noun

as in campaign
a series of activities undertaken to achieve a goal tried to get everyone on the bandwagon about forming a neighborhood cleanup

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • campaign
  • movement
  • crusade
  • push
  • juggernaut
  • cause
  • initiative
  • march
  • project
  • blitz
  • drive
  • attack
  • bid
  • offensive
  • assault
  • mission
  • maneuver
  • enterprise
  • action
  • undertaking
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