as in popular
enjoying widespread favor or approval
a recently popularized hobby among kids
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for popularized
Adjective
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This exceptional home is in what is known as a popular neighborhood.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
9 Mar. 2025 -
The Gossip Girl cast — which also includes Ed Westwick, Chace Crawford and Penn Badgley — have had several reunions since the popular series ended after six seasons in 2012.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
Verb
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That might not be a good thing The pouches, which have become a convenient option for busy parents, can have several consequences for children if overused, doctors and other experts warn.—
Hunter Clauss,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Oct. 2024
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Project 2025 says the Antiquities Act of 1906 has been overused and that public lands need to remain open to a wide range of uses.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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Following in mom Victoria Beckham's fashionable footsteps, Romeo Beckham attends Milan Fashion Week in stylish streetwear on Feb. 27.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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The hotel’s fashionable twist on afternoon tea debuts this weekend serving up runway-to-teatime transformations that are equal parts couture and confection.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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On a sleek, light-colored wooden built in bookcase, there’s a copy of one of Segal’s favorite childhood stories, Caps for Sale.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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George Lowe, the voice actor and comedian best known for his work as Space Ghost on the cult favorite series Space Ghost Coast to Coast, has died.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Popularized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/popularized. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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