bandwagon
a party, cause, movement, etc., that by its mass appeal or strength readily attracts many followers: After it became apparent that the incumbent would win, everyone decided to jump on the bandwagon.
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How to use bandwagon in a sentence
I personally plead guilty to jumping on that bandwagon without thinking fully about what I was doing.
Of Gamers, Gates, and Disco Demolition: The Roots of Reactionary Rage | Arthur Chu | October 16, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTNot as any kind of bandwagon, but just as a kind of natural evolution.
Martin Amis Talks About Nazis, Novels, and Cute Babies | Ronald K. Fried | October 9, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTNon-profits and governments may even need to get on the bandwagon.
Of Course Facebook Wants to Control Your Feelings | Richard Wheeler | July 5, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTBut many conventional doctors are also fed up and are jumping on the “alt med” bandwagon.
The test came back negative, but she still jumped on the bandwagon, becoming an avid fan of gluten-free eating.
The realists had won; the rest climbed on the bandwagon but quick; and the temple was cleansed.
Question of Comfort | Les CollinsShould he jump on the bandwagon of advancement to the stars, hoping to catch the imagination of the voters by it?
Progress Report | Mark CliftonThere's something in an Irishman that drives him into the bandwagon.
Cappy Ricks Retires | Peter B. KyneGid's not to say a teetotaler, but he had to climb into the bandwagon skiff or sink outen sight.
Rose of Old Harpeth | Maria Thompson DaviessHer eyes were set on the bias and she was painted more colors than a bandwagon.
The Slim Princess | George Ade
British Dictionary definitions for bandwagon
/ (ˈbændˌwæɡən) /
US a wagon, usually high and brightly coloured, for carrying the band in a parade
jump on the bandwagon, climb on the bandwagon or get on the bandwagon to join or give support to a party or movement that seems to be assured of success
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