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tendency
noun(ten-den-cy)
a general direction in which something tends to move
Synonyms: trend,
Examples:
The shoreward tendency of the current.
tendency
noun(ten-den-cy)
an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
Synonyms: disposition, inclination,
Examples:
A tendency to be too strict.
tendency
noun(ten-den-cy)
a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect
Synonyms: inclination,
Examples:
Fabric with a tendency to shrink.
tendency
noun(ten-den-cy)
an inclination to do something
Synonyms: leaning, propensity,

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