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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The restaurants have kids menus, which were added in response to the hotel’s popularity with locals seeking upscale dining.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Despite Casemiro’s resurgence in popularity this season, United are still arguably trying to replace Carrick himself, having not adequately answered questions about their midfield since his retirement in 2017.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 June 2026
But Kaplan was a popular stand-up comic when Kotter debuted in 1975, and his curly halo of hair, thick mustache, and penchant for sweater vests became instantly recognizable as the series climbed in popularity.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
This was seven years before the dogma was defined by the pope, pointing to the popularity of this devotion even before official recognition.
—Bridget Retzloff, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Despite Casemiro’s resurgence in popularity this season, United are still arguably trying to replace Carrick himself, having not adequately answered questions about their midfield since his retirement in 2017.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 2 June 2026
But Kaplan was a popular stand-up comic when Kotter debuted in 1975, and his curly halo of hair, thick mustache, and penchant for sweater vests became instantly recognizable as the series climbed in popularity.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
This was seven years before the dogma was defined by the pope, pointing to the popularity of this devotion even before official recognition.
—Bridget Retzloff, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
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 4 Jun. 2026.
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