Economic Trends

noun a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

• The automobile industry is constantly evolving with new technology and innovations.
• I need to take my automobile to the mechanic for a tune-up.
• Check out that sweet ride, it's a real head-turner!
• Her mind was like a well-oiled automobile, smoothly navigating through complex problems.

noun a period of one hundred years

adjective pertaining to a period of one hundred years

• The 21st century is known for rapid technological advancements.
• I can't believe we're already in the 21st century!
• Back in the day, people used to say 'turn of the century' to refer to the late 1900s.
• The new policy is a step into the next century of healthcare.

noun a sudden or unexpected occurrence or appearance

verb to appear or occur unexpectedly or suddenly

• Unexpected issues tend to crop up during the implementation phase of the project.
• I didn't expect that problem to crop up out of nowhere.
• I hate when random things crop up and ruin my plans.
• Challenges always seem to crop up just when you think everything is going smoothly.

adjective proceeding in small stages or gradual steps

adverb in a gradual manner

• The company implemented a gradual increase in prices to avoid shocking customers.
• I've been making gradual progress on my project, taking it one step at a time.
• I'm slowly but surely getting there, just taking it easy and making gradual moves.
• The sun's gradual descent behind the mountains marked the end of another day.

noun a sign or piece of information that suggests something

verb to point out or show something

• The data collected from the survey indicate a clear trend towards increased consumer spending.
• Her facial expression indicated that she was not impressed with the presentation.
• The graffiti on the wall indicates that this is gang territory.
• The dark clouds indicate an approaching storm.

noun a system for the buying and selling of stocks, shares, and other securities

article a word that is used to limit a noun, indicating the type of reference being made by the noun

• Investors need to carefully analyze the trends before deciding to play the market.
• I heard John is trying to play the market with some new stocks.
• Don't play the market unless you know what you're doing.
• She decided to play the market of emotions by manipulating her friend's feelings.

verb to appear or develop suddenly and quickly

adverb suddenly or quickly

• The new skyscraper will spring up in the city center next year.
• I heard a new cafe is going to spring up on Main Street soon.
• Did you see that new food truck that sprang up overnight?
• Feelings of hope and optimism began to spring up within the community.

adjective used to describe something that is done, found, or used most often; typical or normal

• As per the usual protocol, please submit your report by the end of the week.
• Let's meet up at our usual spot for lunch today.
• I'll just do my usual and order a large pizza for myself.
• Despite the chaos, she remained calm and collected as per her usual demeanor.

noun the practice of using reputation as a currency or resource in economic transactions

• In the reputation economy, individuals and businesses are judged based on their reputation and credibility.
• Your online reviews play a big role in the reputation economy.
• You gotta keep your reputation game strong in this reputation economy.
• In the reputation economy, your reputation is like currency - it can make or break you.