as in broadcaster
one who reads and introduces news reports on a news program
newscasters were scrambling to put together an updated report after the unexpected turn of events
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Recent Examples of newscaster
In 2004, Turner became news director, reporter, and newscaster with the Minnesota News Network.
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Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 23 Sep. 2025
Smith read for a few different roles — Joey's sister's boyfriend, Bodie, as well as Dawson's film teacher, Tamara Jacobs' boyfriend and newscaster Bob.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
Trump perceives late-night comedians and network newscasters as his enemies; Carr has gone after both within his first year on the job.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
When the film opens, an on-camera newscaster is relaying information about extraterrestrial lights that are allegedly falling from the sky in Medellín, into people’s homes, and with a metallic sound.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 11 Sep. 2025
Cincinnati’s local television stations have had a wealth of memorable newscasters and hosts over the years, from pioneers in the industry to one of the most famous names on TV.
—Jeff Suess, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Aug. 2025
Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 23 Sep. 2025
Smith read for a few different roles — Joey's sister's boyfriend, Bodie, as well as Dawson's film teacher, Tamara Jacobs' boyfriend and newscaster Bob.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
Trump perceives late-night comedians and network newscasters as his enemies; Carr has gone after both within his first year on the job.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
When the film opens, an on-camera newscaster is relaying information about extraterrestrial lights that are allegedly falling from the sky in Medellín, into people’s homes, and with a metallic sound.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 11 Sep. 2025
Cincinnati’s local television stations have had a wealth of memorable newscasters and hosts over the years, from pioneers in the industry to one of the most famous names on TV.
—Jeff Suess, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newscaster
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Defense Minister Theo Francken told public broadcaster RTBF that Tuesday’s incident appeared to be carried out by professionals intent on destabilizing the country.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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Continue reading … BOOTH BLUNDER – NFL broadcaster under fire for strange commentary as Buffalo defeats Kansas City.—
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FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw told reporters after the game about the decision to honor Vesia.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Guardiola, speaking to reporters before City’s 4-1 victory over Dortmund, sounded like a manager who takes Arsenal deadly seriously.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Texas Tech fans, BYU supporters and even ESPN college football announcer Kirk Herbstreit — who will call Saturday’s contest — made donations.—
Sam Jane,
New York Times,
6 Nov. 2025
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As the big bad of the film, former UFC Featherweight and Lightweight Champion Conor McGregor was joined in the cast by such other figures associated with the fighting world as Hieron, UFC ring announcer Bruce Buffer, UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik, and UFC’s CEO and President, Dana White.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
4 Nov. 2025
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Based on his observations around Whitefish Point, Lynn said captains have a greater willingness to drop anchor and wait out a storm rather than risking it and powering through.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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It's been 50 years since Good Morning America's co-anchors first began helping viewers all across the country start their days.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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Royal media commentator Meredith Constant stressed that Andrew has not been charged with any crimes and continues to deny all allegations made against him.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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As the big bad of the film, former UFC Featherweight and Lightweight Champion Conor McGregor was joined in the cast by such other figures associated with the fighting world as Hieron, UFC ring announcer Bruce Buffer, UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik, and UFC’s CEO and President, Dana White.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
4 Nov. 2025
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In 2005, Roberts was promoted from newsreader to co-anchor of Good Morning America.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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Director-general Tim Davie has previously said the BBC is reluctant to censor output, though the corporation did remove Huw Edwards content from iPlayer — including a Doctor Who episode that was re-edited — after the newsreader pleaded guilty to accessing child abuse images.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Newscaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newscaster. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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