hot take

American  

noun

Informal.

1. a superficially researched and hastily written journalistic piece, online post, etc., that presents opinions as facts and is often moralistic.

   a hot take on healthcare reform.

2. a fresh approach or a new version: a hot take on a traditional Italian dish.

   a hot take on a classic song;

   a hot take on a traditional Italian dish.

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Etymology

Origin of hot take

First recorded in 1995–2000; hot ( def. ) (in the sense “extremely exciting or interesting”) + take ( def. ) (in the sense “opinion or assessment”)

Example Sentences

So moving the kick-off earlier could have allowed the match to take place before the worst of the thunderstorm activity gets going - although this was certainly not guaranteed.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

Meanwhile, Amelia says she's now qualified as a will writer in the hope she can encourage her friends and family to take out wills.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

Next season Brown will join young superstar Tyrese Maxey in Philadelphia, where he will have ample opportunity to take revenge on the franchise that just cast him out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

One has to take a good look at himself when he’s in his bedroom, by himself, rolling, and so I decided it was time to start over in New York.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

“It’s family. You’re Mvskoke. We’re going to take care of you.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith