press time

noun

: the time when a story is printed
He did not return our call before press time.

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As of press time, all of the microdramas exhibited on the platform were seemingly made using AI. Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026 As of press time, bidding had only reached $15,000, suggesting there might be a deal to be had. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026 The cost of the remediation work was not available as of press time. Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 As of press time, the company has not announced a permanent Canadian mail-in program or plans to accept trade-ins at its store. Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for press time

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“Press time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/press%20time. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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