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science by press conference

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The practice by which scientists put an unusual focus on publicizing results of research in the media, often when they are unlikely to win the approval of the professional scientific community.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: derogatory, uncountable

Topics: sciences

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Synonyms: science by press release

Antonyms: none provided

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