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/ˈhɛdˌlaɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does headline mean?

noun

The title of a newspaper article or a main item on a news website. A headline is a short phrase or sentence that summarizes the main point of an article or news story.

Example

"The headline of the article read 'Local Business Owner Wins Award'."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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