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groundswell

/ˈɡraʊndswɛl/ noun · British & US
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What does groundswell mean?

noun

A gradual increase in the strength or size of a wave or a movement of public opinion or support.

Example

"The groundswell of public opinion against the new policy led to its eventual repeal."

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