as in broadcasts
chiefly US
a radio or television program that reports the news
the nightly TV newscast
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Recent Examples of newscasts
Audio can now be captioned in real-time for the hearing-impaired watching live newscasts.
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Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Nexstar contends the deal would strengthen TV station economics, allowing stations to bolster their news gathering and expand the number of newscasts.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Similarly, yes, some people think the election was rigged, and yet, are newscasts supposed to say these people believe the election was rigged despite absolutely zero evidence supporting that?
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
The network has more than 1,000 affiliates nationwide, primarily offering its services in exchange for commercial airtime during the newscasts.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Their stories were heard on newscasts and in local papers.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
Here’s how the network evening newscasts stack up for the 2025-26 season to date.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
However, the newscasts themselves were different and had different anchors.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
However, the studio enhances newscasts and the viewing experience.
—Cbs Baltimore Staff, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Nexstar contends the deal would strengthen TV station economics, allowing stations to bolster their news gathering and expand the number of newscasts.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Similarly, yes, some people think the election was rigged, and yet, are newscasts supposed to say these people believe the election was rigged despite absolutely zero evidence supporting that?
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
The network has more than 1,000 affiliates nationwide, primarily offering its services in exchange for commercial airtime during the newscasts.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Their stories were heard on newscasts and in local papers.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
Here’s how the network evening newscasts stack up for the 2025-26 season to date.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
However, the newscasts themselves were different and had different anchors.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
However, the studio enhances newscasts and the viewing experience.
—Cbs Baltimore Staff, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newscasts
Noun
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For over-the-air broadcasts, for the second straight season, the Braves will partner with Gray Media to simulcast select games for free on local broadcast stations across Atlanta and the Southeast.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Rather than end the relationship, either scroll past her postings, mute them or block them entirely.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
2 May 2026
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Online postings for both marketing and software development jobs fell more than 20% in the same period, Indeed said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Obama raised millions of dollars, produced a raft of advertisements, and took the unusual step of endorsing dozens of candidates for state legislative office.—
Peter Slevin,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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San Diego had the most open advertisements, with 1,727.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Pepsi a primetime player in Super Bowl commercials The new commercial is the latest in a long history securing Pepsi's place in pop culture.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Supporters also outspent opponents 10-to-1 on television ads, while former President Barack Obama appeared in statewide ads backing the measure.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
8 May 2026
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The pro-redistricting group Virginians for Fair Elections spent more than $64 million and former President Barack Obama cut television ads to push for its approval.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Electronic warfare aimed to disrupt drone navigation and communications.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 May 2026
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The observations were recorded alongside routine communications with Mission Control, including navigation updates, system checks and maneuver planning.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Newscasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newscasts. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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