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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun One that initiates or popularizes a trend.

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  • noun someone who starts a trend, or makes one more popular

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Examples

  • Never known as a trendsetter, Peggy G was more into art than fashion.

    Mary Hall: New York Fashion Week: Milly Spring 2011 Inspired by Peggy Guggenheim Mary Hall 2010

  • Though Farrah will always be known as a trendsetter, there are some other mane attractions.

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  • Though Farrah will always be known as a trendsetter, there are some other mane attractions.

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  • Though Farrah will always be known as a trendsetter, there are some other mane attractions.

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  • Rhoden calls 18-year old high school star Brandon Jennings a "trendsetter" for his "brilliant" idea to snub his nose at the NCAA and play for pay in Europe for a year.

    Dave Hollander: NBA Draft Needs a "Minimum Basic Skills Test" 2008

  • I've said how they noted I was a "trendsetter", that as I go so go the disfavored:::My disposal will be convienience-based.

    DesignerBlog Will 2008

  • I've said how they noted I was a "trendsetter", that as I go so go the disfavored:::My disposal will be convienience-based.

    Espresso for All My Friends! Doppelganger 2007

  • I've said how I was a "trendsetter", that as I go so go the disfavored:::My disposal will be convienience-based.

    Guest Blogger Explains Halloween Anne Johnson 2007

  • I've said how they noted I was a "trendsetter", that as I go so go the disfavored:::My disposal will be convienience-based.

    Just Do It Pilgrimage to Self 2007

  • FOOD 24 DECOR 20 SERVICE 23 COST EVARDIS DELIGIANNI 66 30-210-623-0650; A neoclassical in the Pentelikon Hotel, this "trendsetter" draws an "international" crowd with its seasonal menu of "excellent" French-Med cuisine.

    MEAL TICKET | ATHENS DINING 2007

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