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Fourth Estate

NOUN
the press
Synonyms
WEAK
broadcast journalism electronic journalism journalism journalists news media press press corps print journalism public press public print

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The news media and free press are supposed to function as the Fourth Estate and the guardians of democracy.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2025

His film envisions the Fourth Estate as a check on extremism and authoritarianism.

From New York Times • Apr. 11, 2024

The Fourth Estate once spoke truth to power.

From Washington Times • Jun. 14, 2023

The California Journalism Awards, announced on May 25, highlighted the best reporting across the state, the brightest stars of the Fourth Estate.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2023

Nevertheless, mavericks like myself still cling to the ancient and honorable practices of the Fourth Estate.

From This Crowded Earth by Bloch, Robert

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