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lectern

[lek-tern] / ˈlɛk tərn /
NOUN
reading desk
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Standing at the lectern, flanked by more than 10 others in support, the woman called for the school district to provide more security at Franklin High School to prevent another fatal tragedy.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

By now, both men have teams of prestigious lawyers who will represent them at the Supreme Court lectern.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026

So when Burnham decided to break with tradition and make his inaugural address Monday accompanied by only a minimalist microphone stand, a vocal faction of the electorate worried they’d lose more than the lectern.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026

Unlike his predecessors, Burnham opted not to use a lectern and did not have any notes to hand as he stood in front of the famous black No 10 door to address the nation.

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

There is a crucifix mounted on the wall, a flag of a cross draped over the lectern, and a few paintings of the Madonna and Child hanging in the back.

From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman

The studio director cut to a wide shot revealing six empty lecterns.

From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026

Harris and Trump, who will stand behind lecterns, are not allowed to bring props or prewritten notes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2024

The two leaders gave opening remarks from lecterns on opposite sides of the stage.

From Reuters ● Nov. 18, 2023

The custom blue and wood-paneled lectern was bought using a state credit card in June for $19,029.25, significantly higher than prices listed online for other lecterns.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 10, 2023

Bosses and other raised metal work should be restricted to books that will be used on lecterns or reading desks.

From Bookbinding, and the Care of Books A handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians by Noel Rooke


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