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Synonyms

shock jock

American  

noun

  1. a radio disc jockey or host who features offensive or controversial material.

shock jock British  

noun

  1. informal a radio disc jockey who is deliberately controversial or provocative

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Etymology

Origin of shock jock

1985–90,

Example Sentences

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The second, “The Chris Chatman Do-Over,” which stars the comedian Ike Barinholtz as a hot-take-spouting Joe Rogan-esque shock jock, wrapped up last month.

From New York Times • May 8, 2024

The talk show host, who turns 60 in July, began her career in radio as a DJ and shock jock in New York.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2024

In a tirade unleashed upon Truth Social on Saturday, Trump lashed out at radio show host Howard Stern in response to comments made by the popular shock jock which he took extreme offense at.

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2023

Equally interesting is 20 minutes with Mr. Bridges and acting coach Stephen Bridgewater as they discuss teaching the actor to be a shock jock with archival improvisation sessions included.

From Washington Times • Apr. 23, 2023

Conservative shock jock Rush Limbaugh railed against the document.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2022

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