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Term: op-ed

Description:

The term "op-ed" is a noun that refers to a newspaper or magazine page that features opinion and editorial articles written by individuals who are not part of the publication's regular staff. It is an abbreviation for "opposite the editorial page" or "opinion-editorial." The op-ed section allows writers to express their personal viewpoints on various topics and often sparks debate and discussion among readers.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Newspaper Section:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A page or section in a newspaper or magazine that contains opinion and editorial articles, usually written by guest contributors.

Example Sentence: Did you read the thought-provoking piece in the op-ed section of today's paper?

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Sense 2 - Opinion Piece:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A written article expressing the personal opinion and views of the author on a specific topic, usually published in the op-ed section of a newspaper or a similar platform.

Example Sentence: The columnist penned an op-ed criticizing the government's new policies.

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Sense 3 - Editorial Writing:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of opinion and editorial articles, usually expressing personal viewpoints on various topics.

Example Sentence: She attended a workshop on op-ed writing to improve her skills in expressing her opinions effectively.

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Sense 4 - Contrary to Editorial:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Of or relating to a viewpoint that is in contrast or opposition to the official stance or viewpoint of an organization or publication.

Example Sentence: The author presented an op-ed perspective that challenged the newspaper's editorial opinion.

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