popularity

noun

ˌpä-pyə-ˈler-ə-tē How to pronounce popularity (audio)
Definition of popularitynext
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 Look at what’s happening with the popularity of the Republican Party right now. — NBC news, 2 Aug. 2026 The sandwich’s popularity can be weighed not just in orders but in ingredients. — Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Aug. 2026 Although not personally a fan of DeSantis, Marvin acknowledges the governor’s popularity across the state and his ability to get the big things done. — Terry Collins, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026 In addition to the show’s popularity — its first season spent four weeks in the Global Top 10 TV list — fans can take comfort in knowing there’s plenty of source material left to cover. — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for popularity
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  1. vogue
  2. favor
  3. fashionability
Noun
  • For much of the past few seasons, sweepers — essentially, bigger sliders with massive horizontal movement — were en vogue.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • Netflix isn’t the only streamer trying to capitalize on the popularity of the neo-Western genre that’s been so en vogue lately (the trend feels very similar to all the fantasy shows that popped up after Game of Thrones).
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of vogue
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  • Getty Images Key Facts The Senate Judiciary Committee approved Blanche’s nomination in a 10-12 vote along party lines Tuesday, with all Republicans voting in his favor and all Democrats voting against him.
    — Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The porous pass rush, poor safety play and exploitable linebacking corps share some of the blame, but the cornerbacks didn’t do Washington any favors.
    — Tashan Reed, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of favor
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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
Definition of fashionability

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