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News of the World

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1.
yellow journalism
Noun

a style of reporting that prioritizes sensationalism, exaggeration, and misleading tactics to attract readership

The tabloid was criticized for its reliance on yellow journalism to boost circulation.

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tabloid
2.
tab
loid
Noun

a newspaper with smaller pages and many pictures, covering stories about famous people and not much serious news

The tabloid sensationalized the celebrity scandal with exaggerated headlines and paparazzi photos.

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stop press
Noun

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.

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reportage
4.
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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newsflash
5.
news
flash
Noun

a short piece of news that is important, often interrupting a TV or radio program

The newsflash reported a major earthquake striking the region.

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exclusive
6.
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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commentary
7.
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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ad
ver
to
rial
Noun

a piece of advertisement in a newspaper or magazine, designed to seem like an objective article and not an advertisement

The magazine published an advertorial about the latest skincare products, blending informative content with promotional messaging.

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broadsheet
9.
broad
sheet
Noun

a type of advertisement printed on a large piece of paper

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dispatch
10.
dis
patch
Verb

to send a person or thing somewhere for a specific purpose

The manager quickly dispatched a team to investigate the reported issue.

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carry
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ca
rry
Verb

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

She used a backpack to carry her books to school.

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bulletin
12.
bu
lle
tin
Noun

a brief news program that is broadcast on the radio or television

The radio station interrupted its regular programming to deliver a breaking news bulletin.

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columnist
13.
co
lum
nist
Noun

a journalist who regularly writes articles on a particular subject for a newspaper or magazine

The columnist wrote a compelling opinion piece on environmental conservation.

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byline
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by
line
Noun

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.

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censorship
15.
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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circulation
16.
circulation
Noun

the flow and movement of blood around and in all parts of the body

Regular exercise improves blood circulation throughout the body.

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embed
17.
em
bed
Verb

to firmly and deeply fix something in something else

The artist decided to embed colorful gems into the sculpture to add a touch of sparkle.

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na
rrow
cast
Verb

to transmit information through television or the Internet to a specific group of people

The company narrowcasts its quarterly earnings report to shareholders via a secure online portal.

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mouthpiece
19.
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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news
wire
Noun

a type of service that gives subscribers the latest news through the Internet or satellite

Journalists rely on newswires for timely updates on breaking news stories from around the world.

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obituary
21.
o
bi
tua
ry
Noun

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.

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paparazzi
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paparazzi
Noun

freelance photographers who aggressively pursue and take pictures of celebrities, often in invasive or intrusive ways

The paparazzi gathered outside the celebrity's home, hoping to catch a glimpse of the famous actor.

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readership
23.
rea
der
ship
Noun

the number of people who read a particular magazine, newspaper, or book on a regular basis

The magazine's readership has grown steadily over the past year, thanks to engaging content and targeted marketing efforts.

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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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viewer
ship
Noun

the kind or number of audience who watch a specific television program or network

The news program's viewership declined after a change in the anchor lineup.

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tune in
26.
tune in
Verb

to watch a TV program or listen to a radio show

Don't forget to tune in to the morning news for the latest updates.

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telethon
27.
te
le
thon
Noun

‌a type of television program that is broadcast for several hours, aimed to collect money for charity

The annual telethon raised millions of dollars for cancer research.

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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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rerun
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re
run
Noun

the rebroadcast of a program on television or other media

Viewers enjoyed watching a classic sitcom rerun late at night.

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off
print
Noun

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.

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anchor
31.
an
chor
Verb

to moor a ship or boat to the bottom of the sea to stop it from moving away

They anchored the sailboat near the shore, allowing them to swim and relax without worrying about it drifting away.

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newscaster
32.
news
cas
ter
Noun

a presenter who reads the news during a TV or radio program

The newscaster delivered breaking news updates throughout the day.

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contributor
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cont
rib
u
tor
Noun

someone who gives money, time, effort, goods, or other resources to support a person, organization, or cause

Major contributors to the campaign included wealthy donors and political action committees.

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back issue
34.
back issue
Noun

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.

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correspondent
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co
rres
pon
dent
Noun

someone employed by a TV or radio station or a newspaper to report news from a particular country or on a particular matter

The network's Middle East correspondent provided updates on the conflict in the region.

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