as in announcer
a person who conducts a program of entertainment by making introductions and providing continuity
when we needed an impromptu MC at the wedding reception, my brother volunteered
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There’s a reason, after all, that announcers often remind spectators in a firm but calm way that these are not NBA or MLB or NHL players competing.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026 -
In recent years, ESPN has enlisted young announcers for its annual Little League World Series coverage and even transformed a 2021 NBA game between the Golden State Warriors and the New Orleans Pelicans into a battle royale involving Marvel superheroes.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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Brazil still doesn’t have specific regulation for prediction markets, but platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket already host contracts about the country.—
Katherine Doherty,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Ryan Kartje, who covers USC football and men’s basketball for The Times, will be your host.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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In 2025, Missy Elliott’s reputation as a groundbreaking emcee is secure.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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An Unforgettable Evening Beverly Wilshire In support of the Women’s Cancer Research Fund, the Beverly Hills gala honors Kerry Washington and Anastasia Soare, with Whitney Cummings serving as emcee.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Mar. 2026
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“MC.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/MC. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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