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also trend-setters
as in leaders
one that takes the lead or sets an example
a closely watched trendsetter in women's fashions
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Recent Examples of trendsetters
Now, imagine a similar top with the capri trousers fashion editors and trendsetters can't stop raving about.
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Sep. 2025
These talented sorts tend to be primary trendsetters and so there’s great predictive value in what their palates deem as delightful.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Since creating the Kith brand 14 years ago, the company has become a perennial favorite of young trendsetters and sneakerheads.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2025
Garcia said both were trendsetters and independent women ahead of their time.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
Digital creators, trendsetters and Hollywood’s brightest mingled on the lawn, sipping, snapping selfies and soaking up the scene.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Sep. 2025
These talented sorts tend to be primary trendsetters and so there’s great predictive value in what their palates deem as delightful.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Since creating the Kith brand 14 years ago, the company has become a perennial favorite of young trendsetters and sneakerheads.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2025
Garcia said both were trendsetters and independent women ahead of their time.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
Digital creators, trendsetters and Hollywood’s brightest mingled on the lawn, sipping, snapping selfies and soaking up the scene.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trendsetters
Noun
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The plans and the construction underway have come as welcome news to community leaders who have long been trying to preserve the history of Pan Am.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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Government leaders in Montgomery County, Maryland, have set a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 80 percent by 2027, and 100 percent by 2035.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Whether working with major sports teams, financial institutions, or tech innovators, accountants are often at the center of business issues and transformation.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Our mission has always been to provide a space for creators, innovators and thought leaders to gather and connect.—
William Earl,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Trendsetters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trendsetters. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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