bandwagon
noun
band·wag·on
ˈband-ˌwa-gən 
often attributive
1
: a usually ornate and high wagon for a band of musicians especially in a circus parade
2
: a popular party, faction, or cause that attracts growing support
—often used in such phrases as jump on the bandwagon
3
: a current or fashionable trend
Examples of bandwagon in a Sentence
tried to get everyone on the bandwagon about forming a neighborhood cleanup
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Tomas Gorny, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
But now, Manor is far from alone on the Avdija bandwagon.
—Jacob Gurvis, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2025
And while brands are jumping on the hit series' bandwagon, one was ahead of the pack.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
Hop on the bandwagon with its Cabas Recycled Canvas Top Handle Tote, a new-to-Nordstrom and new-to-Longchamp style that functions as a color-happy update to your work bag and can also be repurposed for more casual weekend wear.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
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“Bandwagon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bandwagon. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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bandwagon
noun
band·wag·on
ˈban-ˌdwag-ən
1
: a wagon carrying musicians in a parade
2
: a popular movement or activity that attracts growing support
jump on the bandwagon
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