headline

noun B1

Meaning

A headline is the title of a news article or story that is meant to grab attention.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "headline" with "title"; a headline is specifically for news articles.

Example Sentences

The headline did not explain the story clearly .
The headline on the news caught my attention quickly .
The headline on the newspaper caught my attention this morning .
What is the main headline in today ’ s newspaper ?

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