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Definitions

photo op

NOUN
media event
Synonyms
WEAK
nonevent photo opportunity pseudo-event
NOUN
photo opportunity
Synonyms
WEAK
media event media happening nonevent press opportunity pseudo-event staged media event staged public event

Example Sentences

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Everyone - well, almost everyone - will be able to find somewhere to hold a celebratory photo op.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Ku said Trump would be eager to display his diplomatic prowess by securing a rare photo op with Kim.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

The administration liked the visual and sent Noem there for a photo op and press briefings.

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

Influencers looking for a perfect photo op competed against tiger moms hoping that a glimpse of the robot-powered assembly lines might inspire their kids to pursue tech careers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

But this time I had to hang around for a photo op.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir