news conference
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of news conference
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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"It also aims to prevent the reformation of a criminal organisation that existed until a few years ago," he told a news conference.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Although Swift has never publicly mentioned owning a sports franchise, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell did comment on the possibility at a Super Bowl news conference two years ago.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
The combination of Iran’s military forces on the ground and Ghalibaf’s negotiating role “will benefit the Iranian people,” she told a news conference in response to a question on the attacks.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
"This was a complex, fast-developing emergency situation," New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said during a news conference on Friday evening.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
The news conference ended with a question for Lawrence: “Do you think the tests should be continued?”
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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