popularizing

Definition of popularizingnext
present participle of popularize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for popularizing
Verb
  • That absence increases the risk of caricature and stereotyping in AI image outputs of the Black community.
    Donnetta Monk, Essence, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Analysis is valuable to prevent biases like stereotyping and misjudging probabilities, while intuition is valuable for creativity and rapid adaptation to complex problems.
    Hulan Hagen, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Where younger adults tend to become isolated after overusing smartphones, older adults tend to turn to phones after cognitive declines or being isolated from family and friends.
    Emily Kwong, NPR, 25 Feb. 2026
  • The perception problem While filler words can help conversations flow, research suggests overusing them may signal uncertainty or a shaky command of the material (or language in general).
    Angela Haupt, Time, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Many people damage their nails by picking at their cuticles, for example, or drying them out by overexposing them to water.
    Andee Tagle, NPR, 21 Feb. 2026
  • That range can provide diversification benefits without overexposing retirees to price swings that don't generate dividends or interest.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
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“Popularizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/popularizing. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.

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