The deadline
Example: Deadline sets time limit for publishing content
Definition
"The deadline" in journalism refers to the latest time by which all content must be completed and submitted for publication. It sets a strict time limit ensuring that the publishing process proceeds smoothly and the material reaches the audience on schedule.
Etymology
The term "the deadline" originally referred to a physical boundary in prisons during the American Civil War, beyond which prisoners would be shot. Over time, it evolved to mean a figurative boundary or time limit in various fields, including journalism, where it now denotes the final time for completing work.
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"The deadline" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Journalism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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