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a word or series of words often in larger letters placed at the beginning of a passage or at the top of a page in order to introduce or categorize
I usually just glance at the headlines in the morning paper before dashing off to work
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Recent Examples of headline
In a week that controversy surrounding Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story was generating headlines aplenty for Netflix, an old British show quietly slipped into the streamer’s UK top 10, neatly demonstrating something of a 2024 viewing trend.
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 28 Nov. 2024
Incredibly, despite stories like this and the countless other in-flight computer or mechanical issues that don’t make headlines, some manufacturers are still forging ahead and seeking to replace pilots with automation.
—Jason Ambrosi, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2024
The rapid pace of nominations has kept headlines moving from one pick to the next, but some of Trump’s choices are likely to face intense scrutiny as the confirmation process moves along.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
With one of Ohio’s largest and most gruesome homicides back in the headlines, here’s a reminder about the facts in the case and who’s who.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 27 Nov. 2024
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 28 Nov. 2024
Incredibly, despite stories like this and the countless other in-flight computer or mechanical issues that don’t make headlines, some manufacturers are still forging ahead and seeking to replace pilots with automation.
—Jason Ambrosi, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2024
The rapid pace of nominations has kept headlines moving from one pick to the next, but some of Trump’s choices are likely to face intense scrutiny as the confirmation process moves along.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
With one of Ohio’s largest and most gruesome homicides back in the headlines, here’s a reminder about the facts in the case and who’s who.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for headline
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Last season Bayer Leverkusen won its first-ever league title—a momentous occasion for a club that was always a bridesmaid but never a bride.Paolo Confino, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2024
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At present, Rihanna’s second-longest-charting title on the U.K. albums list remains Loud.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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The dance pro wished Tran a happy birthday on Sunday, Nov. 24, with a lengthy caption alongside an Instagram video of the Bachelor alum celebrating with a dessert with a sparkler.Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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Subtitles and captions for videos and audio descriptions for complex visuals are essential for users who are hard of hearing, visually impaired or those who prefer reading to engage with content.Beth Worthy, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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On top of searching the night sky around midnight, the NOAA also recommends heading says those hoping to get a glimpse of a display should head away from city lights and towards high vantage points.Cailey Gleeson, Journal Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2024
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From wet to windy to record warmth: An electoral array of the elements face voters across the U.S. heading to the polls Tuesday.Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Headline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headline. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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