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Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Shift
Expresses a shift in societal trends or values. 
Home cooking is the new dining out during the health-conscious movement.
Pro Tip 2/3Emerging Trends
Highlights the rise of new trends taking place of old ones. 
Plant-based is the new meat in food fashion.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Literal
It's not always literal. It can be about importance, not replacement. 
Quiet is the new loud in the music scene's newest genre.