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mainstream

/ˈmeɪnstriːm/
Word
Definition

The mainstream is what is considered normal and accepted by most people.

Example Sentence

Before punk rock music became part of the mainstream, only a few people liked it.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 4

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