popularity
Example Sentences
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Big food companies are under siege, buffeted in recent years by heightened scrutiny of processed foods, consumer anger over soaring grocery bills and the growing popularity of weight-loss drugs.
In fact, the song’s ubiquity in Vietnam – playing in retail establishments, on news broadcasts and as the only English-language song on Tết playlists – is what prompted Đỗ to delve deeper into the song’s unusual popularity.
From Salon
The fact that hundreds of thousands of people, including those who didn't vote for her party, turned up for the funeral would be seen as a reflection of her popularity among the masses.
From BBC
Hogan became one of wrestling's most prominent characters as its popularity exploded.
From BBC
AFP examines the game's growing popularity, particularly among young fans.
From Barron's
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