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news media

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noun

(usually used with a plural verb)
  1. media.


Etymology

Origin of news media

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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Volexity’s researchers have seen this technique compromise organizations in government, military, foreign affairs and even the news media, Adair said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

He declined to take questions from the news media, just as he did Saturday in a meet and greet in Sherman Oaks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

The SEC denied a whistleblower award to Desiree Fixler, a former Deutsche Bank executive, for first reporting her claims to the news media.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The struggles of the nascent private-capital market, weighed down by lending to software companies whose businesses are under threat from artificial intelligence, has captured the eye of the market and the news media.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Engravings of the Arctic from his upcoming book were previewed in the news media, increasing its soaring advance sales.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

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