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photo op

NOUN
media event
Synonyms
WEAK
nonevent photo opportunity pseudo-event
NOUN
photo opportunity
Synonyms
WEAK
media event media happening nonevent press opportunity pseudo-event staged media event staged public event

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Unsettled, they tried to rush out after the event but were corralled to flank Gorka in a photo op.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

Cernovich was one of many online influencers who took part in a photo op at the Oval Office in February 2025, walking away with a binder labelled "The Epstein Files: Phase One".

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Ku said Trump would be eager to display his diplomatic prowess by securing a rare photo op with Kim.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

The administration liked the visual and sent Noem there for a photo op and press briefings.

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

A brightly painted wooden panel stood next to the cauldron, awaiting the next photo op.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi