headline
noun B2
Plain meaning
the title of a news story
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss the title of a news story in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed headline during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that front-page headline can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
front-page headlinemake headlinesheadline news
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “front-page headline”.