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Recent Examples of countertrend
First, there was a classic bull flag pattern in July and August, with a short-term countertrend pattern of lower highs and lower lows.
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David Keller, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
In a travel landscape where nearly every detail can be planned, controlled, and optimized, a quiet countertrend is emerging—one that celebrates the unknown.
—Ashley Kennedy, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2025
This average hid an important countertrend.
—Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2023
Yet as Andrés Spokoiny, president and CEO of the Jewish Funders Network, explains, NJPS also gave rise to a countertrend: deliberate policies of welcoming and attracting intermarried families.
—Andrew Silow-Carroll, sun-sentinel.com, 11 May 2021
The Public Safety Partnership report noted that Cleveland saw a countertrend in violent crime during the last two decades.
—Adam Ferrise, cleveland, 7 July 2020
The growth of conservative think tanks parallels the leftward migration of expertise in general: Call it a countertrend.
—Chris Mooney, Discover Magazine, 14 June 2011
David Keller, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
In a travel landscape where nearly every detail can be planned, controlled, and optimized, a quiet countertrend is emerging—one that celebrates the unknown.
—Ashley Kennedy, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2025
This average hid an important countertrend.
—Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2023
Yet as Andrés Spokoiny, president and CEO of the Jewish Funders Network, explains, NJPS also gave rise to a countertrend: deliberate policies of welcoming and attracting intermarried families.
—Andrew Silow-Carroll, sun-sentinel.com, 11 May 2021
The Public Safety Partnership report noted that Cleveland saw a countertrend in violent crime during the last two decades.
—Adam Ferrise, cleveland, 7 July 2020
The growth of conservative think tanks parallels the leftward migration of expertise in general: Call it a countertrend.
—Chris Mooney, Discover Magazine, 14 June 2011
Recent Examples of Synonyms for countertrend
Noun
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And yet, there are signs of a countercurrent, with some newer listening options hinting at a more cohesive alternative.—
Jonathan Garrett,
The Atlantic,
29 Oct. 2025
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At the same time, a countercurrent is gaining momentum—one rooted in indigenous knowledge systems, farmer autonomy, and land stewardship.—
Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Nor did his habit of challenging teachers during lectures win him many friends among the academic staff.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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This small habit is healthier than simply limiting yourself to a low-carb diet.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
16 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Crockett is a liberal with a propensity for name-calling and a taste for feuds.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Jan. 2026
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Baltimore’s propensity to blow big leads was a major source of frustration within the organization, team sources said.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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Also, don’t miss the custom stack of Louis Vuitton luggage, hand-painted by one of the house’s artisans, ideal for selfie moments.—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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Broadcom, which makes custom chips for AI workloads, was up about 1% at Thursday’s close.—
Ari Levy,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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While the vibe and tenor of Galaxy’s Edge will shift, Serna stressed it’s still designed as a place for guest participation.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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The tenor surrounding Roman has very clearly changed in the aftermath of an embarrassing offensive performance in Foxboro, Mass.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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The pants are loose from the thighs to the hems, giving you room to move while still keeping the shape on-trend.—
Michelle Rostamian,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Why Shop With Us Alison Syrett Cleary is an editor and writer with over 10 years of experience covering fashion trends.—
Alison Syrett Cleary,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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The fabric’s four-way stretch is slightly cinched at the waist to enhance your curves, while the A-line silhouette is still relaxed enough for cozy winter outfits.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2026
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Fashioned from a sleek, flexible polyester and elastane material, these Alo leggings feature a compressive fit that’s designed to sculpt around and lift your natural curves.—
Michelle Baricevic,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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Officers in certain other units, such as foot patrol and community resource officers, had been transferred to nightly patrol shifts.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The company also highlighted its shift toward a Robot-as-a-Service model, indicating readiness for global commercial deployment rather than experimental use.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Countertrend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countertrend. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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