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Inflections of 'tendency' (n): npl: tendencies

tendency
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Sense: Noun: inclination - often plural

Synonyms:

leaning , bias , bent , disposition , inclination, preference , proclivity, penchant, propensity, predisposition, prejudice , affinity, wont

Sense: Noun: direction

Synonyms:

direction , drift , bent , trend , current , movement , tilt , track , course , line , general direction, pitch , slant , slope , lean

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