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anchorperson

noun

ˈaŋ-kər-ˌpər-sᵊn

Definition of anchorperson

as in newscaster

one who reads and introduces news reports on a news program the new anchorperson did an admirable job of dealing with the late-breaking news story

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Recent Examples of anchorperson But the hurdles used to prolong her rise grow tedious and predictable, as if some unseen producer was prodding the anchorperson to fill dead air. — Brian Lowry, CNN, 22 Oct. 2020

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Noun

There’s something powerful—and, yes, stripped down—about seeing these politicians and newscasters without being able to hear their language.

— Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 24 July 2026
He was trailed by Marlene Galán-Woods, a former newscaster, in the Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District.

— Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of newscaster

Noun

The shooter is among the dead, Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks told reporters at a news conference held Saturday night.

— Carter Schroppe, The Washington Examiner, 2 Aug. 2026
Here’s a compilation of the latest reporting as of Friday night from The Athletic’s team of reporters as Monday’s trade deadline approaches.

— Jayson Stark, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of reporter

Noun

Police set up a strike force to investigate Jones after The Sydney Morning Herald newspaper reported in 2023 that Jones used his position of power, first as a schoolteacher and later as a popular broadcaster, to prey on a number of young men.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
After crashing, the plane caught fire, making any rescue impossible, according to Peruvian broadcaster RPP.

— Joe Kottke, NBC news, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of broadcaster

Noun

Play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti added some thrilling commentary as the scene unfolded.

— Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026
The University of Washington announced Tuesday that Elise Woodward will be the program’s new radio play-by-play announcer starting with the 2026 season, making her what is believed to be the first woman in the FBS to hold such a role.

— Grace Raynor, New York Times, 28 July 2026

Definition of announcer

Noun

Celebrity Chef Eric Adjepong, a festival anchor, was particularly impressed by the diverse mango varieties, noting their versatility beyond sweetness for both savory and sweet dishes.

— Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Longtime SportsCenter anchor David Lloyd, injury expert Stephania Bell, talk show host Bart Scott and NFL Network analyst Charles Davis were also laid off as well, according to Front Office Sports.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

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