announcements

word · lemma: announcement

Definition

Official statements or messages shared with a group of people to provide important information. "Announcements" can be spoken or written.

Usage & Nuances

Most common in formal contexts (schools, airports, events). Used for public or group information. Not for private chat. Collocations: 'make an announcement', 'public announcements', 'important announcements'.

Example Sentences

There were some important announcements at the meeting.

basic

The teacher made three announcements this morning.

basic

Did you hear any announcements about the flight delay?

natural

All the school announcements were posted on the board.

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Please listen to the announcements before you board the train.

basic

Big news! The company's making some major announcements tomorrow.

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