news media

noun

, (usually used with a plural verb)

1. media ¹( def 2 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of news media¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

What were we seeing that the mainstream news media and commentariat types — especially the professional centrists — were not?

From Salon

Today’s Democratic Party, the mainstream news media and other defenders of political “normalcy” have few answers for the cultural force and energy of Trump's brand of right-wing populism.

From Salon

He said it had been as if "Western fake news media", charities and politicians were "competing in spreading disinformation... about our country".

From BBC

A new study by Northeastern University researcher John Wihbey shows that Democratic voters consumed more news media than Republicans, but Republicans often turned to "friends and family" for facts instead.

From Salon

Regardless, Newsom inevitably will be pushed into the presidential arena by the news media, which already has anointed him as a leading contender.

From Los Angeles Times