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newsweek

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈnuzˌwik// newsweek

n. a famous American magazine that reports on world events, politics, and culture. It is known for its weekly summaries of important stories.

n. A prominent American weekly news magazine established in 1933, covering domestic and international affairs. Refers either to the print publication or its digital successor.


SIMPLE

I read an interesting article in Newsweek yesterday.

CONTEXTUAL

The journalist spent ten years working as a foreign correspondent for Newsweek before writing her first book.

COMPLEX

During the mid-twentieth century, Newsweek established itself as a primary rival to Time magazine, competing for the attention of a growing middle-class audience interested in global political developments.

Usage

Usually capitalised as a proper noun; functions as a mass noun when referring to the publication as a whole.

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