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 Despite its popularity, traveling with three generations comes with logistical challenges, and choosing the right destination can be tricky. — Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026 Obesity and diabetes drugs, meanwhile, have been booming in popularity. — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 25 July 2026 There was good news and bad news about Roxette‘s enduring popularity this week. — Chris Willman, Variety, 25 July 2026 Zuma-Ncube also hopes the show's popularity internationally will have a knock-on effect. — Kate Bartlett, NPR, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for popularity
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  1. vogue
  2. favor
  3. fashionability
Noun
  • 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
  • From Kendall Jenner to Jennifer Lopez to every fashionphile in Paris, the knee-grazing style is en vogue.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 July 2026
Definition of vogue
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  • In February, following administrative court rulings in Consorte’s favor, the ministry finally greenlighted the tests, which will be led by a team of scientists, including Consorte, and a member of the National Research Council.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 21 July 2026
  • Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s move followed widespread protests triggered by the removal of the country’s popular, young defense minister, who spearheaded an embrace of technology in the war against Russia, helping shift the tide in Kyiv’s favor.
    — J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 21 July 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
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