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Tendency

usgb/ˈtendənsi/Volume
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Used to indicate common patterns in actions or events, rather than specific instances. SlideThere's a tendency for stocks to dip midweek.
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Not CertaintyPlay
'Tendency' suggests a likelihood but not a guarantee that something will happen. SlideThere is a tendency for exams to be harder than expected, but it's not always the case.
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Impersonal ForcesPlay
Often used to describe impersonal or societal trends, not just individual behaviors. SlideThere's a tendency for technology to become obsolete quickly.