release date
Americannoun
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the time, as the day, part of the day, and sometimes the hour, on or at which release copy may be published or broadcast.
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the printed notation of this time on a press release or other advance.
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Etymology
Origin of release date
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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Polymarket’s clipping campaign paid to promote a video of Ross saying he could easily use insider information to trade on the release date of an album by Drake, a hip-hop star and Ross’s acquaintance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
The updated release date shaves off even more prison time for Combs, who was initially projected to be freed in June 2028.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026
The new game, which is yet to have an official release date, will focus on warrior and wife to Kratos, Laufey.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Take-Two confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI’s release date as Nov. 19, 2026, amidst a leaked Best Buy pre-order email incident.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
Then, if that were the charge and if they included the time served at Scheveningen, September 1 would be our release date!
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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