free press
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of free press
First recorded in 1760–70
Example Sentences
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"We look forward to a great and fun evening celebrating 250 years of American greatness and a free press."
From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026
His mission: to use a free press to shine a spotlight on government abuses and hasten the end of communism.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 26, 2026
Streisand highlighted Redford’s “backbone, on and off the screen,” speaking about his efforts to support the free press, protect the environment and encourage new voices through his Sundance Institute based in Utah.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2026
For all Americans worried over the future of the free press, quality TV programming, and great cinema, Thursday’s announcement landed as an earthquake: Netflix was giving up.
From Slate ● Feb. 27, 2026
Mrs. Chatham couldn’t very well keep the reporter away from Mrs. Granger because, after all, America is a free country with a free press.
From "Frindle" by Andrew Clements
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