news conference

noun

1. a press conference, especially one held by a government official.

news conference

noun

1. another name for press conference

Word History and Origins

Origin of news conference¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

“We can confirm that we do have some that are deceased,” Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis said at a news conference Friday.

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Frydnes was critical of Venezuela's leadership during a news conference after the prize was announced, saying the committee saw the same trends emerging around the world.

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Sasaki has projected an entirely different energy than he did at his introductory news conference, at which he looked uncomfortable.

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“I think it boils down to the guys we have in the clubhouse,” said Muncy earlier this week in a pregame news conference.

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Attorney’s office to inquire about plans to schedule a news conference related to the Palisades fire.

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Related Words

• briefing 
• press conference