appointment viewing
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Peacock has launched an extensive social-media campaign to promote the show’s return, leaning in to its rare status as appointment viewing among younger demographics.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
For years, the show was appointment viewing, spawning popular spin offs like “The Bachelorette” and “Bachelor in Paradise.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026
The show is appointment viewing for Ben's wife Olivia, who he says "loves it" - having put the new season in their calendar so she didn't miss it.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025
But while the internet has upended the news business, the long-running programs remain appointment viewing for more than 17 million viewers a night, according to Nielsen data.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2024
In a frazzled media age, their once-a-week programs have become something close to appointment viewing.
From New York Times • Jun. 3, 2024
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