sound-bite

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adjective

ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌbīt

: containing or characterized by sound bites

sound-bite politics

sound bite

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noun

: a brief recorded statement (as by a public figure) broadcast especially on a television news program

also : a brief catchy comment or saying

Examples of sound-bite in a Sentence

Noun His campaign relies on catchy sound bites.

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Adjective

Executive compensation is inherently complex, and a thorough examination of its multiple facets, rather than fixating on a single sound-bite figure, is critical to evaluate whether the contract effectively aligns with shareholder interests. —

Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2024 In their respective quests to the top of the brokerage, his agents are sound-bite machines, a producer’s dream. —

Charlotte Collins, Architectural Digest, 12 July 2024

Noun

Although that sound bite became a bit of a laugh line because Trump had promised an alternative health insurance plan many times during his administration and never delivered, Vance later provided more details. —

Stephanie Armour | Kff Health News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024 The mass protests, vile sound bites, revolving door to his administration, and constant threats of violence and war have been exhausting. —

Brea Baker, refinery29.com, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sound-bite