interview

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a meeting where a reporter asks someone questions for a newspaper, TV show, or website.

n. a conversation between a journalist and a subject intended to elicit information or opinions for public broadcast or publication.

“The actor gave an exclusive interview about his new movie to the magazine.”

“The prime minister's televised interview was carefully scripted to address public concerns regarding the new economic policy.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Law Formal

n. a formal meeting where the police ask someone questions about a crime.

n. a formal questioning of a suspect, witness, or person of interest by law enforcement officers.

“The police conducted an interview with the witness to find out what happened.”

“Legal counsel was present throughout the police interview to ensure the suspect's rights were fully protected during the interrogation.”

A2 · Elementary

v. to ask someone questions in a formal meeting.

v. to conduct an interview with someone; to pose questions in a formal or professional capacity.

“The manager will interview five people for the assistant position today.”

“The research team plans to interview over one hundred local residents to gather data on the environmental impact of the new factory.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to attend a meeting as the person being asked questions.

v. to participate in an interview as the subject or candidate.

“She is interviewing for a teaching position at the local high school.”

“After months of searching, he is finally interviewing with several top-tier firms in the city.”