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
There’s something just so alluring about red hair, which is why celebrity hair colorist Jacob Schwartz, who counts the likes of Margot Robbie, Brie Larson, and Sydney Sweeney as regular clientele, says that vibrant hues of this popular hair color will continue to be huge for spring.
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2025
This popular five-minute mindfulness journal has five prompts each day: three for the morning and two for the evening.
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 25 Feb. 2025
No wonder it’s won several Korean beauty accolades, including first place in the popular beauty review app Hwahae’s 2024 Beauty Awards.
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 11 Feb. 2025
The policy proved popular among voters polled across the political spectrum, but the focus has often been on deporting those with criminal histories.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2025
This popular five-minute mindfulness journal has five prompts each day: three for the morning and two for the evening.
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 25 Feb. 2025
No wonder it’s won several Korean beauty accolades, including first place in the popular beauty review app Hwahae’s 2024 Beauty Awards.
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 11 Feb. 2025
The policy proved popular among voters polled across the political spectrum, but the focus has often been on deporting those with criminal histories.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for popular
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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
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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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Its imposing size and dramatic silhouette should, according to conventional design wisdom, limit its range.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
28 Feb. 2025
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More importantly, Lara wants women to embrace their bodies’ natural processes rather than feel pressured to conform to societal expectations or follow conventional paths that don’t seem to be working in their favor.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacramento Bee,
28 Feb. 2025
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The Mavericks have endured a number of injuries to their roster, and the loss of Dončić is something no one saw coming due to the ownership and general manager Nico Harrison.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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These three new books explore such decelerations, and seek to move from urbanism toward a more general political philosophy.—
Benjamin Wallace-Wells,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
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Calls for Oversight Democratic lawmakers appear to see an opening amid the debate.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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On Wednesday, the U.S. House Oversight and Government Reform Committee will put Johnson and three other Democratic mayors in the hot seat, where GOP members will try to score political points off them over their respective laws blocking local police from assisting in immigration enforcement.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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The widespread impact of the fires, which displaced tens of thousands of people in an area with a severe shortage of affordable housing, created an extraordinary need for government services.—
Jorge L. Ortiz,
USA TODAY,
26 Feb. 2025
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Some buyers bet on potential regulatory changes to the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019, while others focused on converting units to affordable housing and leasing to voucher tenants.—
Shimon Shkury,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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James said Costco is more interested in providing a good value to its customers than a cheap price.—
Nicolas Vega,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
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Tickets for adults range from $42 for a day pass to $98 for three days, with cheaper prices for ages 13 and younger.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2025
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Clarkson dropped her all-time favorite designs on Wayfair, including floral accent chairs, storage-friendly bookcases, and more stylish yet functional pieces.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Wondering when and where your favorite team is playing next?—
David Ammenheuser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2025
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As usual, Soderbergh edits in style using his Mary Ann Bernard pseudonym and his Peter Andrews pseudonym as well for the fine cinematography.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
6 Mar. 2025
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Agencies that have already received funding approval or operate on a permanent funding basis would continue to operate as usual.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Popular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/popular. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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