newscast

noun

Definition of newscastnext
as in broadcast
chiefly US a radio or television program that reports the news the nightly TV newscast

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Recent Examples of newscast Emmy-winning Iowa local news anchor Dustin Nolan bid an emotional farewell to viewers at the end of his morning newscast on KWQC-TV6 in Davenport, Iowa. — Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 22 June 2026 The rule generally has exemptions, such as newscasts covering breaking events, interview programs and coverage of live events. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 June 2026 Californians couldn’t escape billionaire Tom Steyer’s political ads — during newscasts, sitcoms or sporting events; on streaming services, YouTube, influencers’ social media feeds; or in their mailboxes. — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026 If the game runs longer than usual, the postgame show will be shorter, because WPLG doesn’t want to make a habit of delaying its late newscast. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for newscast
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newscast
  1. broadcast
  2. posting
  3. advertisement
  4. ad
  5. release
  6. telecast
Noun
  • Between the new awards structure, the live broadcast plans, and a Disability Advisory Committee with authority over how the event takes shape.
    — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Other categories getting bumped from broadcast include Writing for a Variety Series, Directing for a Limited Series or Movie, and Writing for a Limited Series or Movie and Variety Special (Live).
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 18 July 2026
Definition of broadcast
Noun
  • The postings are specifically for 2027 quantitative trader and quantitative research roles in New York and Philadelphia.
    — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 13 July 2026
  • While early- and mid-career professionals often rely on job postings, applications and recruiter outreach, those dynamics change significantly at the executive level.
    — Gabe Dymond, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of posting
Noun
  • People in costumes marched alongside floats with advertisements and extravagantly patriotic decorations.
    — Nolan Rogalski, The Providence Journal, 5 July 2026
  • In April, authorities say investigators with the California’s Contractors State License Board’s Statewide Investigative Fraud Team discovered online advertisements offering construction services that did not list a contractor license number.
    — Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of advertisement
Noun
  • Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.
    — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 12 July 2026
  • Jackson has built perhaps the most versatile social media strategy so far, posting personal video pitches, highlighting an ad campaign, and going on national TV.
    — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2026
Definition of ad
Noun
  • By triggering the release of a natural growth factor in the brain and modulating neural pathways associated with addiction and reward, ibogaine restores healthy dopamine function and reduces cravings, Barsuglia said.
    — Gavin Escott, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • In a White House news release listing 60 actions the administration has taken as part of its America First agenda to restrict immigration, the first four actions were decisions by the Supreme Court.
    — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of release
Noun
  • Ferro reminded the Cannes Lions crowd that ABC has the Super Bowl telecast in 2027 for the first time in 20 years – and for the first time in ESPN’s nearly 50-year history as America’s premier sports outlet.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 June 2026
  • This is another Creative Arts category that would be very fun to see on the main telecast.
    — Joe Reid, Vulture, 20 June 2026
Definition of telecast

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“Newscast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newscast. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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