Most shops are closing, but this one bucks the trend.
buck the trend
idiomTo go against the norm or the current stand of the main population; have a differing opinion from the majority.
While most technology companies are laying off staff, this small startup continues to hire and bucks the trend.
By prioritizing traditional craftsmanship in an era of mass production, the artisan successfully bucks the trend of modern industrial manufacturing.
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bang for the buck
Efficiency; cost-effectiveness; value.
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break the buck
To fall below the value of one dollar per share.
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buck fever
Excitement and nervousness felt by a new hunter upon seeing game.
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buck for
To strive for persistently; to try hard to obtain (a promotion, raise, etc.).
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buck off
Of a horse or other animal, to rear up on its hind legs in order to throw off or dislodge its rider.
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buck up
Cheer up; take courage; take heart.
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buck up one's ideas
to pull one's socks up
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pass the buck
To transfer responsibility or blame from oneself onto another; to absolve oneself of concern for a given matter by claiming to lack authority or jurisdiction.