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chiefly US
a radio or television program that reports the news
the nightly TV newscast
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Recent Examples of newscasts
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?
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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
The state officials, all Democrats, claimed the massive merger would give Nexstar too much control over local TV stations, ultimately hurting consumers by diminishing the diversity and quality of their newscasts.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 8 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
The movement has grown much larger than the core of activists shown on TV newscasts, especially since the killing of Renee Good on January 7.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
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
The state officials, all Democrats, claimed the massive merger would give Nexstar too much control over local TV stations, ultimately hurting consumers by diminishing the diversity and quality of their newscasts.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 8 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
The movement has grown much larger than the core of activists shown on TV newscasts, especially since the killing of Renee Good on January 7.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newscasts
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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
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Listings for software engineer jobs on Indeed are up 11% annually, a faster clip than postings overall, according to analysis by Citadel Securities.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
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Hundreds of postings seek applicants with expertise in data science and artificial intelligence, part of a sweeping campaign to embed AI in the company’s core business operations.—
Casey Ross,
STAT,
6 Apr. 2026
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The cartel has been accused of using fake job advertisements to lure new members and of torturing and killing recruits who resist.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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This website uses cookies Our Properties use cookies for the performance and functionality of our sites, to personalize content and advertisements, to provide social media features, for analytics, and to provide you with a better experience.—
Caroline Vakil,
The Hill,
16 Apr. 2026
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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
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Similar forces have led to ads that subtly clutter up Apple’s App Stores and some that occasionally expose users to low-quality and scammy apps.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
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With Madison Avenue increasingly focused on consumers who watch their favorite dramas, comedies, sports matches, movies and reality programs via streaming services, traditional TV ads are only one thing that will be up for sale at the industry’s annual conference.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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Gannon Ken Van Dyke Van Dyke was a communications specialist supporting Joint Special Operations Command, the unit that oversees Tier 1 special mission units such as the Army's Delta Force and the Navy's SEAL Team Six, multiple officials told CBS News.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Some of the nearly 350,000 foreign targets whose communications are collected under the provision are in touch with Americans, whose calls, texts and emails could end up in the trove of information available to the federal government for review.—
Eric McDaniel,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Newscasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newscasts. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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