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social media

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noun

(usually used with a plural verb)

  1. websites and other online means of communication that are used by large groups of people to share information and to develop social and professional contacts.

    Many businesses are utilizing social media to generate sales.

Etymology

Origin of social media

First recorded in 2000–05

Example Sentences

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ISD also cautioned that fake social media accounts have sprung up impersonating senior Iranian leadership.

From Barron's

The Journal geolocated a dozen videos—posted on social media—from around the city in the immediate aftermath of the strike.

From The Wall Street Journal

Others learned of the relocation through social media or from other patients, said attorney Benjamin Ikuta, who is representing the couples.

From Los Angeles Times

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, facing questions about his own interactions with Epstein, agreed to testify in front of the committee, Comer said on social media Tuesday.

From The Wall Street Journal

The department posted on social media site X, instructing U.S. citizens to leave more than a dozen countries because of safety risks and to shelter in place until they are able to do so.

From Los Angeles Times

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