as in trends
a prevailing or general movement or inclination
the tide of the battle turned suddenly, and the would-be invaders were forced to retreat
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Recent Examples of tides
The tides are shifting, but in which direction, in this case, is uncertain.
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Kenny Choi, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Pristine disappearing sandbars are also a huge draw, allowing visitors to walk on powdery white stretches in the remarkably clear waters as the tides roll out.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
The potential for coastal flooding and erosion impacts will also need to be monitored due to the potential for strong winds, large waves, and higher astronomical tides.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
That’s not solely a result in shifting political tides.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Jan. 2026
Neurons pulse, blood flows, and hidden rhythms rise and fall like slow ocean tides.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 24 Jan. 2026
As a 2015 study from Herpetological Monographs explains, the crab-eating frog inhabits environments that swing dramatically between freshwater and full seawater with tides and rainfall.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The tides seem to have turned in his favor.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Everyone knows lacy camis have always been cute and low-rise flares come and go with the tides; there is no bravery in sourcing these items for your millennial college show.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 20 Jan. 2026
Kenny Choi, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Pristine disappearing sandbars are also a huge draw, allowing visitors to walk on powdery white stretches in the remarkably clear waters as the tides roll out.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
The potential for coastal flooding and erosion impacts will also need to be monitored due to the potential for strong winds, large waves, and higher astronomical tides.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
That’s not solely a result in shifting political tides.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Jan. 2026
Neurons pulse, blood flows, and hidden rhythms rise and fall like slow ocean tides.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 24 Jan. 2026
As a 2015 study from Herpetological Monographs explains, the crab-eating frog inhabits environments that swing dramatically between freshwater and full seawater with tides and rainfall.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The tides seem to have turned in his favor.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Everyone knows lacy camis have always been cute and low-rise flares come and go with the tides; there is no bravery in sourcing these items for your millennial college show.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tides
Noun
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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The straight-cut pants are just wide enough to suit popular wide-leg trends without feeling baggy.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In particular, the anything-goes attitude of DIY venue ACS, where Han has performed with local cybergrind artist Supermotel K and Japan’s BBBBBB, has incubated his digital hardcore tendencies.—
James Gui,
Pitchfork,
3 Feb. 2026
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The winter market was not going to be as turbulent as the summer 2025 one had been, but Villa’s tendencies under manager Unai Emery always carry intrigue.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The line was suspended in both directions while crews cleared the area and repairs were made to the tracks.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Following the crash, Touhy Avenue was closed in both directions between Central and Lehigh avenues, police said.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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To reach the beach club, guests board an open-air white safari jeep that winds along steep dirt curves before arriving at a secluded, postcard-perfect stretch of sand.—
Molly Barstein,
Vogue,
1 Feb. 2026
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Blustery winds sent wind-chill temperatures into the single digits and low teens across the region, the NWS said.—
Roger Simmons,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Feb. 2026
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Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Tides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tides. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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