as in favorite
enjoying widespread favor or approval
an actor who rarely ventures far afield from crowd-pleasing comedies and actioners
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Recent Examples of crowd-pleasing
But there is something to be said about a crowd-pleasing dip that can truly wow a crowd.
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Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
It’s also proven to be a crowd-pleasing gift for the on-the-go gals in my life that strikes the balance between trendy fashion and timeless function.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
The result was a mix of elevated comfort food and crowd-pleasing classics.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025
Bidunga finished an assortment of crowd-pleasing lob dunks and finished 8-of-11 shooting (2-of-2 from the line) with eight rebounds, three assists and two steals.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 Dec. 2025
This crowd-pleasing formula strikes the rare balance of deeply cleansing without tipping skin into tight, squeaky territory.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Dec. 2025
Pandora isn’t treated like an endlessly fruitful dreamscape, easily shifting to accommodate crowd-pleasing spectacle.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2025
Ugg Goldenstar Clogs Uggs are always a crowd-pleasing holiday gift, and the Goldenstar Clogs just happen to be incredibly travel-friendly, too.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025
But her singularity really became apparent when, in a night very much devoted to crowd-pleasing, Erivo took some time to please her own innermost muse, trusting that the crowd that had paid four figures each to attend would go along for the detour.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Dec. 2025
Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
It’s also proven to be a crowd-pleasing gift for the on-the-go gals in my life that strikes the balance between trendy fashion and timeless function.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
The result was a mix of elevated comfort food and crowd-pleasing classics.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025
Bidunga finished an assortment of crowd-pleasing lob dunks and finished 8-of-11 shooting (2-of-2 from the line) with eight rebounds, three assists and two steals.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 Dec. 2025
This crowd-pleasing formula strikes the rare balance of deeply cleansing without tipping skin into tight, squeaky territory.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Dec. 2025
Pandora isn’t treated like an endlessly fruitful dreamscape, easily shifting to accommodate crowd-pleasing spectacle.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2025
Ugg Goldenstar Clogs Uggs are always a crowd-pleasing holiday gift, and the Goldenstar Clogs just happen to be incredibly travel-friendly, too.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025
But her singularity really became apparent when, in a night very much devoted to crowd-pleasing, Erivo took some time to please her own innermost muse, trusting that the crowd that had paid four figures each to attend would go along for the detour.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crowd-pleasing
Adjective
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Head to Amazon now to shop even more petite-friendly comfy pants, and keep scrolling to check out the rest of my favorite picks.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Shop more of my favorite winter styles from Amazon, below.—
Lauren Finney Harden,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The local brewery sponsored last fall’s Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest Home Brew Competition, and the top team was invited to Grains and Taps to brew a large batch of their most popular beer.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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Fast forward to 2026, and Carhartt has become a popular option for any outdoor enthusiast due to the durability and technology woven into its clothing.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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You’d be surprised at how leveled-up your loungewear becomes under a fashionable trench coat, and how swapping your overworn, pilling sweatpants for equally comfortable track pants or satin trousers turns comfy wear into a statement.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Alo Yoga consistently delivers fashionable picks that are comfortable enough to wear all day, and my most recent matching set is no exception.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Though the movie is set in the Fifties, the music pulls heavily from the Eighties, both in Lopatin’s original score and in the pop-music cues, which feature needle drops from Tears for Fears, Alphaville, and Peter Gabriel.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
5 Jan. 2026
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But the grip Snoopy currently has on pop culture and the retail industry runs deeper than anniversary buzz.—
Malia Mendez,
Twin Cities,
4 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Unitree confirmed that the G1 is designed as a compact, foldable humanoid focused on affordability and scalability, while the larger H2 targets industrial applications.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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In Europe, where Panattoni has operated for around 20 years, the platform spans 15 countries through 36 offices and has been the region's largest developer for eight consecutive years.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Crowd-pleasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crowd-pleasing. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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