English idiom

jump on the bandwagon

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Figurative meaning

To join a popular trend or activity because many others are doing it.

Why this phrase?

From climbing onto the wagon carrying a band in a parade.

Example

“Lots of brands jumped on the bandwagon once the diet became popular.”

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all the rage

extremely fashionable or popular at a particular time

catch fire

to begin burning

flash in the pan

something that shows brilliant early promise but fails quickly and leaves nothing behind

flavor of the month

a person, framework, or thing that is fashionable for a very short time

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