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a word or series of words often in larger letters placed at the beginning of a passage or at the top of a page in order to introduce or categorize
I usually just glance at the headlines in the morning paper before dashing off to work
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Recent Examples of headline
While the 22-year-old's on-field prowess is undeniable, Hunter is also making headlines for his talent in the classroom.
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Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2025
The former couple made headlines with their contentious divorce battle, which included legal disputes over parental custody, real estate property and business payments.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
Now read the latest Pixel 10 Pro, Samsung Galaxy, and Android headlines in Forbes’ weekly smartphone news digest...
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
If Brody and Buterin are right, the real disruption won’t make headlines.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2025
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Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2025
The former couple made headlines with their contentious divorce battle, which included legal disputes over parental custody, real estate property and business payments.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
Now read the latest Pixel 10 Pro, Samsung Galaxy, and Android headlines in Forbes’ weekly smartphone news digest...
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
If Brody and Buterin are right, the real disruption won’t make headlines.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for headline
Noun
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Over the last couple of seasons, Arsenal have been closer to winning their first Premier League title since 2003-04, and there is every chance Gyokeres’ goals can finally get them over the line.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Despite the bitter ending, the Ascent led the league in goals scored (45), and won the regular-season title.—
Emma Moon,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
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That being said, keywords should be integrated naturally, so that the caption flows.—
Chelsea Tobin,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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As Bennett explained in the caption, Vaughan had been struggling with a Schatzki ring.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Putting it simply, Ciara says her personal life is what’s inspired her the most heading into her eponymous album, which is her first LP since 2019’s Beauty Marks.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
22 July 2025
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There are acrimonious debates concerning the wording of some of the subject headings.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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“Headline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headline. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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