Media

an electronic device that displays the script for people who are speaking in public, or on television

The news anchor read the script smoothly from the teleprompter, delivering the evening news with confidence.

an earlier copy of a magazine or a newspaper

The library has a vast collection of back issues of popular magazines for patrons to borrow.

an official journal or newspaper that contains serious information about decision making and policies, published by an organization

The local gazette publishes articles on community events, local news, and editorials.

any vital part of the body which has a particular function

The heart is a vital organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.

a line that gives the writer's name, usually at the beginning or end of a column

The journalist was proud to see her byline on the front page of the newspaper, crediting her for the investigative report.

a baseless and made-up story or news report created to mislead people

The tabloid newspaper published a canard claiming that aliens had been sighted in the local park.

a written account in a newspaper to review a book, performance, or event

The employee received a glowing write-up from their supervisor for their exceptional performance on the project.

to improve something by adding something to it

She supplements her diet with vitamins for better health.

a long horizontal timber that connects and supports vertical posts or uprights

The staircase had wooden stringers running along each side.

the most recent and important news that is added to a newspaper at the last moment before printing or after the start of the printing process, especially as a heading

The breaking news was so significant that the editor ordered a stop press to update the front page of the newspaper.

a private discussion in a courtroom between the judge and lawyers, held out of the jury's hearing

The defense requested a sidebar with the judge.

a utensil shaped like a deep spoon or ladle for taking up or serving portions

The ice cream scoop stuck to the frozen surface.

the process of gathering livestock for counting, branding, or sale

The ranchers conducted a roundup to check the cattle.

to talk rapidly and incoherently, making it hard for others to understand what is being said

The artist raved about their creative process, describing it in a feverish, almost delirious manner.

the first sentence or paragraph of a news story, presenting the most significant aspects of the story

The journalist crafted a compelling lede that drew readers into the story from the very first sentence.

a section in the newspaper that contains personal opinions about the news and feature articles, opposite the editorial page

The newspaper's op-ed section features contributions from a diverse range of voices, offering readers varying perspectives on current events.

an article that has been separately published as a piece in a magazine or newspaper

The author received offprints of the article from the publisher to distribute to colleagues and peers.

an article or report, especially in a newspaper, published soon after the death of a person, typically containing details about their life

The newspaper published an obituary honoring the life and legacy of the community leader who passed away.

a report, article, etc. that aims to bring down someone by presenting forged facts

The article was nothing more than a hit piece, filled with unfounded accusations and personal attacks against the politician.

the opening of a wind instrument into which the player blows

He cleaned the trumpet mouthpiece before the concert.

the top or head of a ship's mast

The lookout climbed to the masthead to spot land.

to uncover and share information about any wrongdoing, corruption, etc. involving an important or famous person or business

The investigative journalist decided to muckrake and expose the financial mismanagement within a well-known corporation.

a type of content that combines information and entertainment

Many news programs nowadays lean towards infotainment.

the trend of canceling traditional cable or satellite TV subscriptions in favor of streaming services or other digital media options

Many consumers are opting for cord-cutting, canceling their traditional cable TV subscriptions in favor of streaming services.

the storytelling techniques extending a narrative across multiple platforms, such as movies, television shows, books, and video games, creating a cohesive experience for audiences

The Harry Potter series is a prime example of successful transmedia.

a strong, bright flame or fire

The firefighters struggled to control the raging blaze.

to hold someone or something and take them from one place to another

She used a backpack to carry her books to school.

(of a book, an interview, etc.) including shocking information, revealed by an individual, usually a celebrity

The celebrity's tell-all autobiography revealed shocking details about their personal life and career.