popularity

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Platner, an oyster farmer and Marine Corps veteran, emerged as a political outsider and quickly gained popularity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

However, investors shouldn’t count out Costco forever, given the company’s strong same-store sales–evidence of its expanding market share–and the increasing popularity of warehouse clubs in general.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Co-housing is gaining popularity in the UK, says the UK Cohousing Network - in a post-pandemic world where loneliness, the housing crisis and costly care are forcing a drive for new solutions.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Despite the sport’s surging popularity, not much of that enthusiasm has transferred to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Some also wrote new songs in a "folk" style that enjoyed some popularity, particularly in the 1960's.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones