fast fashion
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of fast fashion
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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Easy to order and replace, fast fashion items contribute to pollution from the textile industry, which accounts for nearly 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.
From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026
It’s not a far cry from the real-life environment in fast fashion factories.
From Salon ● May 22, 2026
It’s promoting the kind of fast fashion brand that’s been regarded as a case study on the industry’s environmental impact.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2026
"I started to see many articles about lead in clothing from fast fashion," says Deavers.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 2, 2026
Just as fast as skill “turns off” work, just so fast fashion turns it on.
From A New Atmosphere by Hamilton, Gail
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