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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The announcement initially raised concerns that hundreds of planes would need to be grounded for long periods, but Airbus said Monday that fewer than 100 planes remained immobilised.
From Barron's
The Office for Budget Responsibility had planned to release its assessment of announcements on tax and spending after treasury chief Rachel Reeves had presented them to lawmakers Wednesday, in line with convention.
The online retailer’s stock had previously gained 28% this year through Friday’s close before the data leak announcement.
From Barron's
Hundreds of Israelis protest outside President Herzog’s residence following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's announcement that he had submitted a pardon request.
From Barron's
Since launching the party in a surprise announcement in July, Sultana has repeatedly clashed with party officials.
From BBC
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