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trial by media

idiom

The process by which media coverage affects a person's reputation by creating a widespread perception of guilt or innocence, often before, or after, a verdict in a court of law.


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Related idioms6entries
  1. 01

    drive-by media

    Media that provides broad or misleading statements in quick succession without context or explanation.

  2. 02

    make trial of

    To check the quality, reliability, performance or genuineness of (something or someone).

  3. 03

    media darling

    A celebrity who is especially popular and who receives frequent and very favorable attention in the news media.

  4. 04

    stand trial

    To sustain the trial or examination of a cause; not to give up without trial.

  5. 05

    trial balloon

    An idea, suggestion, or prospective action, product, etc., offered to an audience or group in order to test whether it generates acceptance or interest.

  6. 06

    trial by fire

    Any ordeal which tests one's strength, endurance or resolve.

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