popularity
noun
pop·u·lar·i·ty
ˌpä-pyə-ˈler-ə-tē 
ˌpä-pyə-ˈla-rə-tē
: the quality or state of being popular
Examples of popularity in a Sentence
the increasing popularity of cell phones
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Cunningham saw a surge in popularity after the game.
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Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
Santa Barbara Known as the American Riviera for its mild climate and popularity among the rich and famous, the seaside city of Santa Barbara needs no introduction.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
But continuing to sporadically drive the news cycle won’t alone confer the popularity needed to make the latter work.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 11 July 2025
All-round exposure at the tournament has showcased the potential for further commercial growth in the huge U.S. market, where building their fanbase and popularity has long been a priority through Florentino Perez’s two terms as club president.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 11 July 2025
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Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
Santa Barbara Known as the American Riviera for its mild climate and popularity among the rich and famous, the seaside city of Santa Barbara needs no introduction.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
But continuing to sporadically drive the news cycle won’t alone confer the popularity needed to make the latter work.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 11 July 2025
All-round exposure at the tournament has showcased the potential for further commercial growth in the huge U.S. market, where building their fanbase and popularity has long been a priority through Florentino Perez’s two terms as club president.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for popularity
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“Popularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/popularity. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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