press box

noun

: a space reserved for reporters (as at a stadium)

Examples of press box in a Sentence

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The sun was setting behind the Florida Everglades on a warm Thursday night as Bill Guerin spoke to reporters about trade deadline moves from the back row of the Amerant Bank Arena press box. Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026 The Toyota Stadium facilities include a press box and dressing rooms. Abraham Nudelstejer, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026 Thanks to the donation from Felician, a new press box and dugouts are being installed. New York Daily News, 28 Feb. 2026 The complex has restrooms and concessions, with a press box, observation deck and grandstand. Sarah Spencer, AJC.com, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for press box

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of press box was in 1889

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“Press box.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/press%20box. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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