press conference
noun
: an interview or announcement given by a public figure to the press by appointment
Examples of press conference in a Sentence
The President will hold a press conference later today.
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In his post-match press conference, Arteta admitted starting Havertz and Jesus alongside each other meant sacrificing some defensive stability.
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James McNicholas, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Experts Three high school students recognized him and contacted police, New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch said in a press conference Sunday evening.
—Julia Reinstein, ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
During a press conference the same day, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre declined to answer questions on calls to commute death row prisoners.
—David Mark, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
At his postgame press conference, Leonard wore a t-shirt featuring Love’s name and photo and spoke glowingly of Love, who has gained 1,057 yards on 142 carries (7.4 yards per carry) and 16 touchdowns.
—Tim Casey, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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James McNicholas, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Experts Three high school students recognized him and contacted police, New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch said in a press conference Sunday evening.
—Julia Reinstein, ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
During a press conference the same day, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre declined to answer questions on calls to commute death row prisoners.
—David Mark, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
At his postgame press conference, Leonard wore a t-shirt featuring Love’s name and photo and spoke glowingly of Love, who has gained 1,057 yards on 142 carries (7.4 yards per carry) and 16 touchdowns.
—Tim Casey, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Press conference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/press%20conference. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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