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buzz word

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noun

  1. informal a word, often originating in a particular jargon, that becomes a vogue word in the community as a whole or among a particular group

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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To borrow a favorite buzz word of executives across baseball, they’ll be opportunistic, as they look for ways to solidify the roster for the stretch run and into the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

Has the buzz word of Hull 2017 lasted?

From BBC Nov. 20, 2023

Transparency is the latest buzz word on the PGA Tour, especially in light of the challenge from rival golf leagues and what the tour can do to improve its relationship with players.

From Fox News Mar. 8, 2022

Sleeper is the fun buzz word for fantasy football drafts, but in truth, sleepers don’t exist anymore.

From Washington Times Aug. 25, 2017

This will be Orlando’s chance to say goodbye — the public and private services in September were in Latrobe — though the buzz word for Bay Hill is “celebration.”

From Seattle Times Mar. 10, 2017

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