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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a shocking trend of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a surprising or alarming pattern or development in a particular context, such as social issues, statistics, or behaviors.
Example: "The report highlighted a shocking trend of increasing homelessness in urban areas over the past decade."
Alternatives: "an alarming pattern of" or "a disturbing trend of".
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"The confluence of crises wrought by violent extremism has revealed a shocking trend of sexual violence employed as a tactic of terror by radical groups," the UN chief said.
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Kakil was one of many international artists to have been refused entry to the UK over the last year as part of a shocking trend recently addressed on this blog by Lyn Gardner.
This shocking trend of rising student loan delinquencies doesn't have to continue.
"Chillingly reminiscent of scenes of kids playing soldier, it represents a shocking, worldwide trend: more than 250,000 children under 18 are combatants in current conflicts, an unprecedented number," said the Children in Need organization.
A shocking suggestion, of course, but time will tell.
But the fact that a local authority a body which has a duty to protect its most vulnerable residents—is criminalizing homelessness, marks a shocking escalation of an already disturbing trend.
But the fact that a local authority – a body which has a duty to protect its most vulnerable residents – is criminalising homelessness, marks a shocking escalation of an already disturbing trend.
It was a shocking use of force.
Christmas generates a shocking amount of waste.
The trigger was a shocking series of fatal accidents.
This is the Suez Canal, a shocking stripe of blue.
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