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Journalism

55 Words

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news
1.
news
Noun

reports on recent events that are broadcast or published

The morning news provided updates on the latest developments in the election.

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news agency
Noun

an organization that gathers news stories for newspapers, TV, or radio stations

The news agency sent reporters to cover the breaking story.

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news article
Noun

an article published to report the news

The news article explained the new government policies in detail.

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news conference
Noun

a meeting during which a very important person talks to journalists and answers their questions or makes a statement

The company held a news conference to announce their new product.

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news desk
Noun

the department of a newspaper or a TV or radio station that is in charge of collecting and reporting the news

The news desk handled all incoming reports and updates for the evening broadcast.

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news
ga
the
ring
Noun

the act of collecting news item for broadcast or publication

Newsgathering involves collecting information from various sources to report on current events accurately.

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piece
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piece
Noun

a part of an object, broken or cut from a larger one

He carefully sorted through the pieces of wood to find the perfect ones for his project.

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human interest
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human interest
Noun

the aspect of a story in the media that the audience can relate to because it describes people's lived experiences, feelings, etc.

The newspaper published a human interest story about a teacher who spent her entire career helping underprivileged children.

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interview
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in
terv
iew
Verb

to ask someone questions to see whether they are qualified for a course of study, job, etc.

The admissions committee will interview each candidate to determine their qualifications for the program.

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fourth estate
Noun

the news media or journalism profession as a societal institution that acts as a watchdog, providing independent scrutiny and holding the other three branches of government accountable

The press plays a key role as the fourth estate, ensuring that the government remains transparent.

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fifth estate
Noun

the collective power and influence of online communities, social media, and independent bloggers or citizen journalists, which serve as an additional force shaping public opinion and providing alternative perspectives outside of traditional media channels

The fifth estate often uncovers stories that traditional news outlets might overlook.

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news style
Noun

the specific writing and presentation conventions used in journalism to convey information accurately, concisely, and objectively

The newspaper follows a strict news style to ensure all reports are clear and easy to understand.

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media bias
Noun

the potential favoritism or partiality of media organizations or journalists towards certain ideologies or perspectives, which may impact the objectivity and fairness of their news reporting

The news outlet was criticized for its media bias in covering the election, favoring one candidate over the other.

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report
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re
port
Verb

to cover or give the details of an event in written or spoken form as a journalist on TV, etc.

Journalists regularly report on breaking news stories to keep the public informed.

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fact
check
Verb

to verify the accuracy and truthfulness of information or claims by conducting research, examining reliable sources, and confirming the factual correctness of the statement or assertion

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coverage
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co
ve
rage
Noun

the extent or degree to which something is covered or included

The insurance policy offers comprehensive coverage for accidents, theft, and natural disasters.

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news
room
Noun

a place in radio or television stations or a newspaper office where news is reviewed and put together to be broadcast or published

The journalists in the newsroom work tirelessly to gather and verify information for the evening broadcast.

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roundup
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roun
dup
Noun

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

The ranchers conducted a roundup to check the cattle.

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scoop
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scoop
Noun

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

The ice cream scoop stuck to the frozen surface.

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Pulitzer Prize
Noun

a prestigious award given annually in the United States for exceptional achievements in journalism, literature, music, and other categories, recognizing excellence and significant contributions to their respective fields

His novel was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for fiction, cementing his reputation as a talented writer.

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inverted pyramid
Noun

a writing and storytelling technique commonly used in journalism, where the most important and essential information is presented at the beginning of a news article, followed by supporting details arranged in descending order of significance

By using the inverted pyramid, the reporter ensured readers understood the story’s key points right away.

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source
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source
Noun

a document, organization, or entity from which information is obtained

The report was compiled using multiple sources.

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news cycle
Noun

the recurring process of news creation, dissemination, and replacement within a given time frame

The news cycle moves so quickly that stories can be forgotten by the end of the day.

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censorship
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cen
sor
ship
Noun

the act or policy of eliminating or prohibiting any part of a movie, book, etc.

The author's novel faced censorship due to its controversial themes.

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press release
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press release
Noun

an official statement issued by an organization or company to members of the media with the aim of providing information about a specific topic or event

The company issued a press release about its new product launch.

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back
sto
ry
Noun

the events that have happened to a character before their story in a book, movie, etc. begins

The author revealed the protagonist's tragic backstory through a series of flashbacks scattered throughout the novel.

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canard
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ca
nard
Noun

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.

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city desk
Noun

a department in a newspaper office that works on local news

The city desk is working hard to cover the latest developments in the local election.

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current events
Noun

significant events of political, or social nature that are happening now

The teacher asked us to write an essay on the current events affecting the environment.

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exclusive
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exc
lu
sive
Adjective

limited to a particular person, group, or purpose

The club offers exclusive membership privileges, including access to private events and facilities.

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fake news
Noun

a piece of news that is not true or confirmed

She warned her friends about the dangers of spreading fake news.

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item
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i
tem
Noun

a distinct news piece on TV, in a newspaper, etc.

The anchor announced the top items of the day during the evening news broadcast.

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lead story
Noun

an item of news that is given the most prominence in a news broadcast, magazine, or newspaper

The scandal involving the politician was the lead story on every major news outlet.

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dateline
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date
line
Noun

the specific location and date from which a news article or report is filed or originates, indicating the place and time where the events described in the news story occurred or were witnessed

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news aggregator
Noun

a service that collects and presents news articles from multiple sources in one place

I use a news aggregator app to keep up with the latest headlines from various sources.

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soft news
Noun

news stories or content that focuses on entertainment, lifestyle, human interest, or less serious topics, rather than hard news topics such as politics, economics, or crime

The magazine published a soft news article about the latest fashion trends for the upcoming season.

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story
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sto
ry
Noun

a description of events and people either real or imaginary

He's a journalist known for his in-depth stories about political events.

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wire service
Noun

a news agency that provides news to newspapers, television and radio stations through wires or satellite communication

The breaking news story was distributed to media outlets via a wire service within minutes.

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hard news
Noun

news stories or content that primarily focuses on timely and important events, typically involving topics of public interest such as politics, economics, crime, disasters, or international affairs

The newspaper's front page featured a hard news story about the mayor's resignation.

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propaganda
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pro
pa
gan
da
Noun

information and statements that are mostly biased and false and are used to promote a political cause or leader

The regime used propaganda to control the narrative and maintain public support.

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breaking news
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breaking news
Noun

information that has been just received by a television or radio news channel

The reporter interrupted the broadcast to deliver breaking news about the fire in the city center.

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press freedom
Noun

the liberty of journalists and media outlets to report news and express opinions without interference or restrictions

In some nations, press freedom is under threat, with journalists facing censorship and punishment.

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objectivity
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ob
jec
ti
vi
ty
Noun

the state of being affected by facts and statistics instead of personal opinions and feelings

The journalist prided herself on her objectivity, always presenting the facts without bias.

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open letter
Noun

a letter of protest published to be read by everyone, but addressed to a particular individual or group

The celebrity published an open letter apologizing to his fans for his recent behavior.

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transparency
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trans
pa
ren
cy
Noun

a clear, flexible sheet used to display printed or drawn content on a screen via an overhead projector

The teacher prepared a transparency with diagrams to explain the anatomy of a human heart.

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press kit
Noun

a collection of promotional materials and information provided to the media to support news coverage and provide key details about a person, organization, or event

The company handed out press kits to journalists at the product launch event.

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press association
Noun

an organization or group that represents and supports the interests of journalists and the media industry, often advocating for press freedom, professional standards, and ethical journalism practices

The press association has been advocating for stronger protections for reporters.

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underground press
Noun

form of alternative media that challenges mainstream narratives and provides an outlet for grassroots reporting and activism

The underground press played a crucial role in spreading information during times of political unrest.

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commentary
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co
mmen
ta
ry
Noun

a series of explanations or critiques that offer insights or interpretations on a subject or text

The historian’s commentary on the ancient manuscript provided context for its meaning.

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reportage
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re
por
tage
Noun

the act of broadcasting the news on television or radio, or reporting them in a newspaper

The journalist's reportage on the political unrest provided a detailed account of the protests.

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news hole
Noun

the available space or capacity within a media outlet, such as a newspaper or broadcast program, for the inclusion of news content

The news hole for the magazine was smaller this month, so only the most critical stories made it in.

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muck
rake
Verb

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.

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mouthpiece
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mouth
piece
Noun

the opening of a wind instrument into which the player blows

He cleaned the trumpet mouthpiece before the concert.

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hit piece
Noun

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.

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lede
Noun

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.

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