1
as in tendency
an established pattern of behavior
the criminal propensities of the family extended over several generations
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2
as in inclination
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing
a neighbor who has an unfortunate propensity for snooping
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Recent Examples of propensity
His propensity to improve is a strength of his, too.
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2025
While that might be expected, a more surprising revelation was that investors in their 30s tend to have a slightly greater propensity for conservative behavior (1s) than folks in their 40s and early 50s, where risk tolerance seems to increase.
—Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
That propensity appeared to morph into something more worrisome even before Biden was elected president.
—Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2025
Their propensity to anticipate roadblocks and remove them.
—Suzy Welch, CNBC, 8 May 2025
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2025
While that might be expected, a more surprising revelation was that investors in their 30s tend to have a slightly greater propensity for conservative behavior (1s) than folks in their 40s and early 50s, where risk tolerance seems to increase.
—Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
That propensity appeared to morph into something more worrisome even before Biden was elected president.
—Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2025
Their propensity to anticipate roadblocks and remove them.
—Suzy Welch, CNBC, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for propensity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propensity
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As the graph shows below, Bellingham, like most of Real Madrid midfielders, has a tendency to hold on to the ball, whereas Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen midfield is defined by quick and incisive short passes.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Currently, some prescribing physicians are likely unaware if patients have disordered eating tendencies, either because the symptoms slip through the cracks, the patient actively conceals them, or the patient is too embarrassed to bring them up, Wassenaar explained.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Health,
20 May 2025
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Additionally, the Bank of Japan’s inclination to tighten its monetary policy, which collides with the Asian nation’s fiscal woes, also have a hand in fueling the bond sell-off, said Varathan.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
22 May 2025
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But state officials have shown no inclination toward making alterations. California earlier this month joined a multi-state lawsuit challenging the Federal Highway Administration and the Trump administration from withholding billions of dollars to expand electric vehicle infrastructure.—
Rob Nikolewski,
Mercury News,
21 May 2025
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Tools that assess personality, aptitude, reaction time, or cultural fit are also included.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Past Lives established director Celine Song’s aptitude at exploring complex love triangles, which looks to continue in her new romantic comedy.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
16 May 2025
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However, instead of removing the minerals from the water, these devices make the minerals soluble in the water.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2025
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However, these incidents underscore the importance of regularly updating your devices to stay protected against evolving threats.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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Could this explain the affinity Liliane feels toward Paula?—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
20 May 2025
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Further highlighting the affinities between the market and the company, Rault said the firm is looking to enhance the engagement with the local community also by way of cultural initiatives implemented locally.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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“Propensity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propensity. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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