briefing

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

While Trump originally said External link the event would be held in the Oval Office, it is now taking place in the White House press briefing room, where press secretary Karoline Leavitt typically presides.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Also at Monday’s briefing, Trump celebrated the dramatic rescue of the American officer whose fighter jet was downed by Iran last week.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Central Intelligence Agency director John Ratcliffe went on to praise the mission’s “flawless execution” during the briefing.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

“The upcoming days will be decisive; Iran knows that and there’s almost nothing they can militarily do about it,” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said during a Wednesday briefing at the Pentagon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The chaplain looked down at the open magazine compliantly and saw an editorial spread dealing with an American bomber group in England whose chaplain said prayers in the briefing room before each mission.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller