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press release

noun

  1. a statement prepared and distributed to the press by a public relations firm, governmental agency, etc.


press release

noun

  1. an official announcement or account of a news item circulated to the press
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of press release1

First recorded in 1955–60
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Example Sentences

The fast food chain announced in a press release Wednesday that its McRib will return for a limited time only at participating restaurants, starting Dec. 3.

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"I'm afraid I'm rather worried that this is more about press releases than actual real action to help our communities and people suffering from anti-social behaviour," he said.

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A press release, various marketing materials and the prologue of Capt Sir Tom’s memoir, all stated that the books would be used to support or raise money for the foundation.

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A press release, various marketing materials and the prologue of Capt Sir Tom’s memoir stated that the books would be used to support the foundation.

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A separate press release announced that an arrest warrant had also been issued for Muhammad Deif, Hamas' military chief, for crimes against humanity over his role in planning and executing the Oct.

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