free press
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of free press
First recorded in 1760–70
Example Sentences
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"We look forward to a great and fun evening celebrating 250 years of American greatness and a free press."
From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026
Released this week, the organization’s 2026 press freedom report also shows how a free press is becoming increasingly problematic across the world as a result.
From Salon ● May 1, 2026
His mission: to use a free press to shine a spotlight on government abuses and hasten the end of communism.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 26, 2026
For all Americans worried over the future of the free press, quality TV programming, and great cinema, Thursday’s announcement landed as an earthquake: Netflix was giving up.
From Slate ● Feb. 27, 2026
There were no elections, no free press, no freedom of speech or religion.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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