press box

noun

: a space reserved for reporters (as at a stadium)

Examples of press box in a Sentence

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The journalist was also often spotted in press boxes when his son was playing on the field. — Daniel S. Levine, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 When the ball hit the back of Australia’s net, the roar was so percussive that the stadium press box shook. — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 20 June 2026 Mittauer said the camera, positioned near the stadium's press box, was far enough away that individuals were not easily identifiable. — Matthew Davisson, CBS News, 19 June 2026 In Levi’s press box alone, there were taped over logos of 23 different bottles of ketchup, mayonnaise and hot sauce, lest a journalist dare mention Heinz in their write-up. — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for press box

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of press box was in 1889

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“Press box.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/press%20box. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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