1
: of, relating to, or caused by a virus
a viral infection
2
: quickly and widely spread or popularized especially by means of social media
a viral video
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Sean Neumann, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
But what the media blitz leading up to Mayhem accomplished was making even the most casual fan aware that Gaga was back with a new album on March 7, via performances, interviews, promotional opportunities and viral sound bites.
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This viral video game sensation blew up seemingly overnight, and has had a massive response from players, streamers, and content creators alike.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
An Indiana jazz club has responded to a viral video that appeared to show one of its bartenders throwing out a woman wearing a hat in support of President Donald Trump.
—Mike Stunson, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025
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Sean Neumann, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
But what the media blitz leading up to Mayhem accomplished was making even the most casual fan aware that Gaga was back with a new album on March 7, via performances, interviews, promotional opportunities and viral sound bites.
—Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2025
This viral video game sensation blew up seemingly overnight, and has had a massive response from players, streamers, and content creators alike.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
An Indiana jazz club has responded to a viral video that appeared to show one of its bartenders throwing out a woman wearing a hat in support of President Donald Trump.
—Mike Stunson, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025
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“Viral.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viral. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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viral
adjective
vi·ral
ˈvī-rəl 
1
: of, relating to, or caused by a virus
a viral infection
2
: quickly and widely spread or popularized especially by person-to-person electronic communication
a viral video
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