1
as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
an actor who was popular in the 1970s
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2
as in conventional
accepted, used, or practiced by most people
the popular custom of exchanging greeting cards during the holiday season
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as in general
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
popular opinion on that issue has changed dramatically over the years
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as in democratic
of, relating to, or favoring political democracy
a truly popular revolution, not one that replaced one dictatorship with another
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as in affordable
being within the financial means of most people
from their inception, DVDs were designed to be sold directly to consumers at popular prices
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as in cheap
costing little
we also have the popular models, for those who prefer not to invest too much in a new TV
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Recent Examples of popular
Jason Kelce, the former Philadelphia Eagles center who is co-host of the wildly popular New Heights podcast, visited Children’s Mercy Hospital on Saturday and later was at T-Mobile Center.
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Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2025
Hailey, 28, appeared in a new episode of Vogue's popular In the Bag series, in tandem with her cover story, which was released on Tuesday, May 20.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 21 May 2025
The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) returned to action after a month’s break to host one of their biggest and most popular events of the season: the 2025 Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships.
—Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
Thanks to that songwriting session, Pattie also has ties to one of the Beatles’ most popular hits.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 May 2025
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Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2025
Hailey, 28, appeared in a new episode of Vogue's popular In the Bag series, in tandem with her cover story, which was released on Tuesday, May 20.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 21 May 2025
The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) returned to action after a month’s break to host one of their biggest and most popular events of the season: the 2025 Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships.
—Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
Thanks to that songwriting session, Pattie also has ties to one of the Beatles’ most popular hits.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for popular
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Original price: $40 (Abercrombie & Fitch) A fashionable, heavyweight cropped tee from Abercrombie & Fitch is the definition of style meets comfort.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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The Pitch Perfect actress played the flamboyantly fashionable Capitol chaperone for all four Hunger Games films until 2015.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Though conventional stretch offers the wearer many advantages—like asset enhancing fits and more mobility, for example—the environment pays the price as elastane is, essentially, plastic.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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On conventional comedies, actors break from time to time, and those outtakes usually end up in the credits.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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Oilers general manager Stan Bowman never really tried.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
26 May 2025
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Valuation: Reasonable on Surface, Risky Underneath At first sight, Moderna’s valuation multiple, indicated by a P/S ratio of 3.2 times, seems neutral when compared to the broader market, aligning its valuation multiple with that of the general market.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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The polling data suggests growing dissatisfaction within the Democratic base, particularly concerning Schumer's response to rising antisemitism and his leadership during recent political challenges.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 May 2025
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In theory, these armchair diagnoses were an oblique means for Fielder to gain an audience with Rep. Steve Cohen, a Democratic congressman from Tennessee who’s both a member of the House’s aviation subcommittee and an advocate for the neurodivergent.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
26 May 2025
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The brand makes our favorite down comforter, the best budget bamboo sheets, and the best affordable linen sheets.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
22 May 2025
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Its affordable Forester model is one of a handful of lower-cost vehicles set to be most affected by tariffs, according to Cox Automotive executive analyst Erin Keating.—
Nora Eckert,
USA Today,
21 May 2025
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These technologies could be safer, cheaper, and offer higher energy storage.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
21 May 2025
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All around the city are free and cheap concerts and events that anyone can sit back and enjoy.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
21 May 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
28 May 2025
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Jean shorts are not everyone’s favorite summer style.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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Temperatures will remain cooler than usual, with highs reaching 69 degrees in the metro.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2025
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When the Grand National Tour stopped in Arizona on Wednesday (May 27), SZA was doing her usual pre-show ritual of greeting fans outside during her NOT Beauty pop-up.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
29 May 2025
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“Popular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/popular. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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