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a group that has beliefs and behaviors that are different from the main groups within a culture or society
a subculture of local painters a subculture of poverty and crime
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Recent Examples of subculture
All of her projects have a common thread — they’re rooted in real people or subcultures.
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Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
Ska music’s rise in Orange County is another focus of the book, with Sublime and No Doubt leading the way in the third-wave sound of the ’90s, which was another musical subculture emerging concurrently with punk rock and hardcore in the region.
—Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
For many of the same reasons that retro jerseys have become one of football’s most popular subcultures, the shirt restoration market is experiencing a surge.
—Elias Burke, New York Times, 1 June 2025
The theme magnifies subcultures by combining elements of punk, goth, grunge and metal.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 May 2025
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Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
Ska music’s rise in Orange County is another focus of the book, with Sublime and No Doubt leading the way in the third-wave sound of the ’90s, which was another musical subculture emerging concurrently with punk rock and hardcore in the region.
—Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 5 June 2025
For many of the same reasons that retro jerseys have become one of football’s most popular subcultures, the shirt restoration market is experiencing a surge.
—Elias Burke, New York Times, 1 June 2025
The theme magnifies subcultures by combining elements of punk, goth, grunge and metal.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subculture
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Combining the family’s love for Greek culture, nature and food, with their passion for yoga and mindfulness, Kea Retreat offers travelers the option to book a five or six-night retreat or simply indulge in a relaxing and restorative hotel stay.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Italy is renowned for its sophisticated style and taste, which permeate various aspects of its culture, including fashion, food, wine, and automobiles.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Still, with the rise of populist and ultra-conservative politicians utilizing nationalistic rhetoric, theocracy is becoming a greater concern for secular societies.—
Emi Eleode,
Time,
14 July 2025
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In my opinion, AI is the foundation of modern society, and its applications are expanding across a wide range of industries.—
Carmen Skipworth,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Subculture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subculture. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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