press conference

noun

: an interview or announcement given by a public figure to the press by appointment

Examples of press conference in a Sentence

The President will hold a press conference later today.
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Chicago was not sturdy enough to withstand Ball's absence, and the next few years saw Karnišovas continually bring up this setback in press conferences while failing to reimagine the roster. Todd Feurer, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026 In his introductory press conference, Parker pointed out the vital role that a nickel corner will play in his defense in Dallas. Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Apr. 2026 Trump made the remarks at a press conference Monday at the White House. Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026 Trump has begun his press conference. Max Burman, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for press conference

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of press conference was in 1937

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“Press conference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/press%20conference. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.

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press conference

noun
: an interview given by a public figure to the press
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