fad

Example Sentences

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In the wake of an anticipated fiber craze that is expected to trump last year’s protein-maxxing dietary fad, chia seeds have become all the rage.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

He is deeply worried about “labor displacement” but overall, concludes it’s just too early to say whether AI is “a fad or an illusion”.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

Fairyland is considered the first “storybook”-style park in the country, launching a national fad.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

Their appearance usually means a fad is about over, and expense ratios can be high.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

“I don’t think you can call it a fad if it’s changed the way we live,” Molly says, then smiles contritely, aware that she’s already gotten herself into a disagreement with her potential boss.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline