announcement
Americannoun
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public or formal notice announcing something.
The announcement appeared in the newspapers.
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the act of announcing.
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a short message or commercial, especially a commercial spoken on radio or television.
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a card or piece of formal stationery containing a formal declaration of an event, as a wedding.
noun
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a public statement
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a brief item or advertisement, as in a newspaper
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a formal printed or written invitation
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the act of announcing
Other Word Forms
- preannouncement noun
- reannouncement noun
Etymology
Origin of announcement
From the French word anoncement, dating back to 1790–1800. See announce, -ment
Example Sentences
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They then went in for the ceremony, and at one point - ahead of the announcement of the outstanding British film winner, Mescal couldn't help himself from peeking at his phone.
From BBC
The latest announcement raises uncertainties for countries, including the UK and Australia who had previously negotiated 10% tariff deals with the US.
From BBC
But at the news conference for the announcement, West balked and said he was going to assist Riley, who was named the interim coach before it became permanent.
From Los Angeles Times
Bonta specifically referenced the advocacy and dedication of the “community members of west Altadena” in his announcement of the probe, saying the group “had a major impact on me.”
From Los Angeles Times
So for now, there will be no address to the nation, nor further public announcements on the Palace, Epstein and the former prince.
From BBC
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