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Bandwagon

usgb/ˈbændwæɡən/Volume
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Peer Influence

Understand that 'bandwagon' often indicates following others more than personal choice.

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Many young people got tattoos due to the bandwagon effect.
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Late Adoption

'Bandwagon' implies joining something already popular, not starting a trend.

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She finally joined the bandwagon and started watching the hit series.
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Social Pressure

Use 'bandwagon' when social pressure or desire for acceptance is a factor.

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He only liked the song after it was on the bandwagon.
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