English dictionary
bandwagon effect
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the phenomenon of a popular trend attracting even greater popularity
ExamplesIn periods of high merger activity there is a bandwagon effect with more and more firms seeking to engage in takeover activity.
Polls are accused of creating a bandwagon effect to benefit their candidate.
Source: WordNet 3.0