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tabloids
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a newspaper with smaller pages and many pictures, covering stories about famous people and not much serious news
A tabloid is a type of newspaper or magazine that is smaller in size than a broadsheet, typically focusing on sensational news, celebrity gossip, and scandals. Tabloids often emphasize dramatic stories, eye-catching headlines, and colorful images to attract readers. While they can include serious news, they are generally known for their focus on entertainment, crime, and human interest stories. Due to their sensational content and style, tabloids are often seen as less formal or credible than other types of publications.
- The tabloid sensationalized the celebrity scandal with exaggerated headlines and paparazzi photos.
- Despite its reputation for gossip, some tabloids also cover serious news stories alongside celebrity gossip.
- The supermarket checkout line is lined with tabloids featuring the latest celebrity gossip and scandalous headlines.
- The tabloid's front page featured a shocking exposé about a politician's personal life.
- Tabloids often rely on anonymous sources and speculative reporting to attract readers with sensational stories.
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journalism that emphasizes sensational, exaggerated, or lurid stories
- The tabloid ran a headline about a celebrity scandal.
- She criticized the tabloid for spreading rumors.
- Tabloid coverage focused on shocking stories rather than facts.
- The tabloid published an exaggerated account of the event.
- Their article was typical tabloid reporting.
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