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mainstream

1 of 3noun
/meɪn.stri:m/
Forms:mainstreams
1

the opinions, activities, or methods that are considered normal because they are accepted by a majority of people

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  • Despite her unconventional ideas, she managed to gain acceptance in the mainstream over time.
  • The band's music, once considered underground, has now become part of the mainstream.
  • His views are far from the mainstream, often sparking controversy.
  • His views were considered outside the mainstream of political thought.