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Recent Examples of countertrend
This countertrend strength comes within a multiyear downtrend, but the cyclical upmove appears to have staying power.
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Katie Stockton, CNBC, 8 June 2026
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
Katie Stockton, CNBC, 8 June 2026
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
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Still, some of the most standout moments at Coachella 2026 seemed almost indifferent to that logic, suggesting that — as music is wont to do — a countercurrent may be bubbling up.—
Andrea Domanick,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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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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Chiron moving into Taurus wants to reshape your habits.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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These small habits keep the closet lean with almost no effort.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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In the episode of Deadly Influence, Rahkim recounts his brother's propensity for social media content creation.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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His propensity for committing silly fouls has been a common talking point when his teams have underperformed.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 June 2026
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Federal customs officials at Washington Dulles Airport seized 139 pounds of Ethiopian khat, a plant chewed for its amphetamine-like effect, that was destined for Sacramento.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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Alicia Keys closed out the momentous occasion decked out in a custom all-black leather look, courtesy of a collaboration between Pelle Pelle and Daniel’s Leather.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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But injuries to marquee players are what the league can’t afford in order to change the tenor of the regular season.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The song was originally released on 1987’s Hold Your Fire and features Mann providing backing vocals and gorgeously riffing with Lee’s high tenor.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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Information across those categories was weighted and cross-referenced with data from global organizations like World Bank, IMF, OECD, and Global Peace Index, as well as proprietary trends data from Henley & Partners.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Wellness retreats are one of 2026’s biggest luxury travel trends, but a getaway built around yoga, hot springs or meditation does not have to drain your savings.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
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Designed to blur the line between indoors and outdoors, the home is organized as a series of pavilions surrounding a massive central atrium with a reflecting pool, sculptural curves, and a distinctive grid-like roof supported by colossal columns.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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The rules are simple, the equipment is minimal and the learning curve is short enough that beginners can hold a rally within minutes.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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As traditional radio was being upended by rapid technology shifts, Audacy filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2024, emerging a year later with reduced debt and a revitalized outlook.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
13 June 2026
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Every Tuesday, this new newsletter delivers clear-eyed, authoritative intelligence on the deals, decisions, policies, and power shifts shaping one of the world’s most consequential regions, written for the people who need to act on it.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
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“Countertrend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countertrend. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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