newspaperman

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Definition

A newspaperman is a man who reports, writes, or edits news articles for a newspaper.

Usage & Nuances

This word is somewhat old-fashioned; today 'journalist' or 'reporter' is more common, and gender-neutral. 'Newspaperman' specifically refers to work for newspapers, not TV or online outlets.

Example Sentences

The newspaperman wrote a story about the fire.

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My grandfather was a newspaperman for 30 years.

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The newspaperman interviewed the mayor.

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Everyone in town knew the local newspaperman by name.

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As a young newspaperman, he traveled across the country chasing big stories.

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The old-school newspaperman preferred typewriters to computers.

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