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Synonyms

news agency

American  

noun

  1. a business organization that gathers news for transmittal to its subscribers.

  2. a business that sells newspapers at retail.

news agency British  

noun

  1. Also called: press agency.  an organization that collects news reports for newspapers, periodicals, etc

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Etymology

Origin of news agency

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Example Sentences

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Iran's Fars news agency reported explosions and power outages in parts of Tehran, where residents painted a picture of a city that is still clinging to some routine despite tight security.

From Barron's

At least 40% of Russia's oil export capacity was halted on 25 March following the first attacks, according to calculations by the Reuters news agency based on market data.

From BBC

The FSB claims the diplomat "intentionally provided false information" when obtaining a permit to enter Russia, and that there were "signs of intelligence activities" detected, according to state news agency Tass.

From BBC

It will also slow down large, energy-intensive state projects and cut government vehicle fuel allowances by nearly a third, news agency Reuters reports.

From BBC

The migrant boat had left the port of Tobruk in eastern Libya on 21 March, news agency AFP reported, citing a coastguard spokesperson.

From BBC

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