The press release
Example: Press release shares official statement with media
Definition
"The press release" is an official statement distributed to media outlets to announce news, events, or information on behalf of an organization, company, or individual. It aims to inform journalists and the public quickly and clearly about important updates or developments.
Etymology
The term "the press release" combines "press," referring to the news media, and "release," indicating the act of making information available. It originated in the early 20th century as organizations sought formal ways to communicate news to newspapers and broadcasters efficiently.
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"The press release" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Journalism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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