fact check
A 'fact check' ensures that information is accurate and reliable, playing a crucial role in journalism and public discourse.
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Definition
B2Journalism
(formal, media)The process of verifying the accuracy of information before it is published.
Example
- The editor insisted on a thorough fact check before approving the article for publication.
B2Communication
(general)Investigating and confirming the truthfulness of statements or claims.
Example
- Before sharing the news, he decided to do a quick fact check.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fact check":
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