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
Most entertaining newscasters in the biz.
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Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Feb. 2026
Tessa Thompson toplines as Anna, an Atlanta newscaster who has fallen into a life of reclusivity, until a murder in her nearby hometown sends her back in hopes of finding answers — and returning to her cushy gig as the face of her network.
—Derek Lawrence, HollywoodReporter, 12 Jan. 2026
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, 24 Dec. 2025
There were also photos of Epstein with actors Chris Tucker and Kevin Spacey, and even Epstein with TV newscaster Walter Cronkite.
—Michael R. Sisak, Twin Cities, 20 Dec. 2025
Barbara Boyd is a former newscaster and community organizer from Evanston, Illinois.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
The newscaster is working closely with Flack’s longtime managers Suzanne Mina Koga and Joan Martin on both projects.
—Peter White, Deadline, 12 Nov. 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
Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Feb. 2026
Tessa Thompson toplines as Anna, an Atlanta newscaster who has fallen into a life of reclusivity, until a murder in her nearby hometown sends her back in hopes of finding answers — and returning to her cushy gig as the face of her network.
—Derek Lawrence, HollywoodReporter, 12 Jan. 2026
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, 24 Dec. 2025
There were also photos of Epstein with actors Chris Tucker and Kevin Spacey, and even Epstein with TV newscaster Walter Cronkite.
—Michael R. Sisak, Twin Cities, 20 Dec. 2025
Barbara Boyd is a former newscaster and community organizer from Evanston, Illinois.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
The newscaster is working closely with Flack’s longtime managers Suzanne Mina Koga and Joan Martin on both projects.
—Peter White, Deadline, 12 Nov. 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newscaster
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Savannah Guthrie, 54, is an American journalist and broadcaster known for bringing Americans together for special moments.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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Manager Dan Wilson and longtime broadcaster Rick Rizzs were on the floor, closest to the action as the resolution was read.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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The agency said a reporter would have to file a records request to obtain more information.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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The sheriff declined to answer several questions, including one from a reporter who asked if there was a ransom demanded.—
Adam Sabes , Michael Ruiz , Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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The dead included the son of a former NHL player, the team's captain, assistant coach, and a radio announcer.—
Ahmad Mukhtar,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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That was the day current KU radio color announcer Greg Gurley scored on a 5-point play.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
30 Jan. 2026
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While excavating the River Wear, archaeologists uncovered more than 800 whetstones — stone tools that were used to sharpen weapons and other tools — as well as 11 stone anchors believed to be linked to river transport.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Savannah was absent from the Today show that morning, and her co-anchors read a statement from the host and her siblings.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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Its glow fell upon the select gathering, personally assembled by Soo Hoo — among them, founder of the Vivino wine app, Heini Zachariassen, certified Master of Wine and commentator Ned Goodwin and editor-in-chief of The Wine Advocate, William Kelley.—
Pin Yen Tan 9 min ago,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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The scrambling picked up after the possible trouble was first reported Tuesday morning by political commentator Abdul-Hakim Shabazz on his Indy Politics website.—
Tom Davies,
IndyStar,
5 Feb. 2026
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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 Feb. 2026.
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