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popularity

[pop-yuh-lar-i-tee] / ˌpɒp yəˈlær ɪ ti /


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The popularity of cooking shows—primarily on public broadcasting stations—caught the attention of executives at the Providence Journal in Rhode Island, which aimed to start a specialty cable channel.

From The Wall Street Journal

But for Venkatesham, it was not as simple as that, despite the fact he knew it could increase his popularity.

From BBC

Borrowing has gained popularity with the ultrawealthy, who often have much of their assets tied up in investments like private-equity holdings or shares in the companies they founded.

From The Wall Street Journal

The prime minister has faced questions about his leadership for months, following numerous U-turns and a drop in his government's popularity.

From BBC

But as the degree programs have grown in popularity, disagreements continue to emerge between California State University and California Community Colleges as competition for students tightens.

From Los Angeles Times