press association
Americannoun
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an organization formed for the purpose of gathering news for transmittal to its members.
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an association of publishers in a particular area.
Etymology
Origin of press association
An Americanism dating back to 1875–80
Example Sentences
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She has contributed to New Lines Magazine and other outlets, and has served on the board of East Africa’s international press association, which protects journalists’ rights to do their jobs safely and fairly.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 28, 2026
Cheng, the press association chief, said these outlets are in a "precarious" spot, with some of them struggling with day-to-day issues such as accessing government events.
From Barron's ● Feb. 11, 2026
Another contingent remains adamant that the foreign press association has not done enough, and that the Globes should perhaps be retired forever.
From New York Times ● Sep. 20, 2022
The comments Thursday to the U.N. press association, ACANU, in Geneva came as concerns have mounted about that possibility that Russia’s war in Ukraine could involve the use of tactical nuclear weapons.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 17, 2022
Presented our credentials to a press association man there.
From Turns about Town by Holliday, Robert Cortes
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