news conference

noun

1. a press conference, especially one held by a government official.

news conference

noun

1. another name for press conference

Word History and Origins

Origin of news conference¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Reporters in the fuller-than-normal news conference — attendance that signaled an upcoming marquee “Monday Night Football” matchup with the Baltimore Ravens — raised eyebrows at the bold statement.

From Los Angeles Times

He can appear tired in news conferences but there is also an inner fire which has enabled him to set and maintain his standards.

From BBC

US state department spokesman Matthew Miller meanwhile told a news conference in Washington that he was “not in a position to dispute the reports” about the whereabouts of Hamas’s leadership.

From BBC

In his pre-tournament news conference on Monday, Nadal insisted he would not be distracted by emotion as he aimed to help Spain win the Davis Cup for a sixth time in his career.

From BBC

The Hollywood Arts Collective Tenants Assn. is expected to hold a news conference Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• briefing
• press conference