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press secretary

American

noun

a person officially responsible for press and public relations for a prominent figure or organization and who often holds press conferences to answer journalists' questions.

Etymology

Origin of press secretary

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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Bass’ press secretary, Paige Sterling said in a statement that there was “nothing new” to note regarding Kenneth Bass’ participation in the lawsuit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In one office I overheard a press secretary and a chief of staff talking about music.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

That was considered so controversial that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt was sent out the next day to walk back Bessent’s comments.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

White House principal deputy press secretary Anna Kelly said discussions will touch on the proposed U.S.-China board of trade and the U.S.-China board of investment.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

Washington time, the White House press secretary, Pierre Salinger, packed clothes into a bag and left home without waking his wife and children.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

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