as in vogue
the state of enjoying widespread approval
she wasn't a fan of the sudden popularity of skinny jeans and leggings
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Recent Examples of popularity
School leaders pointed to the sport's growing popularity as a reason for adding the team.
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Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 15 June 2026
These days, the Yum Brands unit is facing stiff competition, both from upstart chicken chains and legacy giants like McDonald’s that are betting big on the growing global popularity of chicken.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Because of the totes' popularity, knock-off versions are being sold online, leading Trader Joe's to file a lawsuit.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 15 June 2026
It’s only grown in popularity, attracting stars like Charli xcx, Tyriq Withers and Lil Yachty to make guest appearances.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026
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Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 15 June 2026
These days, the Yum Brands unit is facing stiff competition, both from upstart chicken chains and legacy giants like McDonald’s that are betting big on the growing global popularity of chicken.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Because of the totes' popularity, knock-off versions are being sold online, leading Trader Joe's to file a lawsuit.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 15 June 2026
It’s only grown in popularity, attracting stars like Charli xcx, Tyriq Withers and Lil Yachty to make guest appearances.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for popularity
Noun
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And saving money is always en vogue.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
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That’s a big reason why the idea of retooling on the fly has become more en vogue, with the Washington Capitals and Boston Bruins (among others) recently pursuing paths that didn’t rely on bottoming out.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Noun
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Money goes in, favors come out.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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The turnover swung the momentum in Minnesota’s favor.—
Jordan Puente,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Combining functionality with fashionability, while maintaining Vuori’s sleek silhouettes, simple embellishments and a quiet color palette.—
Kaio Cesar,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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“Popularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/popularity. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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