newspapers
word · lemma: newspaper
Definition
Printed papers that contain news, articles, advertisements, and other information, usually published every day or every week. The word can also refer to news organizations in general.
Usage & Nuances
Usually a countable noun: 'a newspaper', 'two newspapers'. 'The newspaper' can mean a specific paper or the industry in context. Common collocations: 'read the newspaper', 'local newspaper', 'daily newspaper', 'newspaper article'. Less common in everyday speech than 'news' for online content.
Example Sentences
My grandfather reads two newspapers every morning.
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There are old newspapers on the kitchen table.
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He wrapped the glasses in newspapers so they would not break.
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Many people do not buy newspapers now.
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I still like weekend newspapers because the articles are longer.
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Local newspapers are struggling to survive.
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