bad press (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /bæd ˈprɛs/
Definition
Unfavorable or negative publicity in the media, which can damage someone's or something's reputation.
Examples
The politician got bad press for her handling of the crisis.
The company tried to avoid bad press by keeping the issue quiet.
How to Use bad press
- get bad press (verb phrase)
- to receive negative publicity — "The company got bad press for their handling of the crisis."
- avoid bad press (verb phrase)
- to try to prevent negative publicity — "The celebrity tried to avoid bad press by keeping a low profile."
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