as in TV
an electronic device with a screen and speakers that reproduces images and sound
people who turn on the television the minute they walk in the door
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Recent Examples of television
The Festival, which is the magazine’s signature event, was held in New York City and brought together leading voices in literature, film, comedy, television, politics, and medicine.
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
So the thing that’s exciting me, even more than sitting behind the judges table and being on television, is hanging out with my friends.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 10 Nov. 2025
None All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL, their parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Sticking to this motto helped Cribs walk the line between being relatable and aspirational—an effort that, 25 years later, in an era of hyper-wealth on television, seems almost quaint.
—Kim Hew-Low, The Atlantic, 10 Nov. 2025
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
So the thing that’s exciting me, even more than sitting behind the judges table and being on television, is hanging out with my friends.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 10 Nov. 2025
None All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL, their parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Sticking to this motto helped Cribs walk the line between being relatable and aspirational—an effort that, 25 years later, in an era of hyper-wealth on television, seems almost quaint.
—Kim Hew-Low, The Atlantic, 10 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for television
TV
Noun
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The two-hour show will be aired live exclusively on Samsung TV Plus.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
10 Nov. 2025
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This winter, cut back on your subscription fees and choose Samsung TV Plus for on-demand movies and entertainment, all free with no password needed.—
Caitlin White,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Television.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/television. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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