Definition

Noun: A very brief, urgent report of a single important piece of news, often interrupting other programming to provide the latest information on a developing story.

Usage

A "newsflash" is used to convey a critical or highly significant update immediately. It is typically delivered by a news broadcaster in a formal and urgent tone. The term implies the information is so new and important that it cannot wait for a regular news bulletin.

Examples

• The program was interrupted by a newsflash about the election results.
• We have a newsflash: the missing child has been found safe.
• Stay tuned for a newsflash regarding the severe weather warning.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metaphorically in informal conversation to introduce surprising personal news, often humorously.
  • "Newsflash, everyone: I finally passed my driving test!"

Variants and Related Words

• News Bulletin (n): A longer, more regular summary of the news.
• Breaking News (n): News that is currently developing and is of high importance; a "newsflash" is a specific format for delivering "breaking news."
• Bulletin (n): A short official statement or broadcast report of news.

Synonyms

• News bulletin
• Flash
• News break
• Special report

Related Phrases

• We interrupt this program...: The classic phrase used to introduce a "newsflash" on television or radio.
  • "We interrupt this program for a newsflash from the capital."

Noun

1. a short news announcement concerning some on-going news story