yellow journalism
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And by the way, this is the second important lesson he learned from the U.S.—the power of sensationalism, yellow journalism.
From Slate ● Mar. 2, 2026
He accused the Telegraph of yellow journalism and “effectively putting words in one’s mouth.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 3, 2023
This style of coverage became known as yellow journalism.
From Textbooks ● Jul. 28, 2021
There are countless examples like this; one doesn't have to look further than the "yellow journalism" of the late 19th century to find exaggerated reporting and shocking headlines designed solely to attract more eyeballs.
From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2020
On the other hand, see what splendid financial successes the ICONOCLAST, the Galveston News and the so-called yellow journalism of New York all are.
From Brann the Iconoclast — Volume 10 by Brann, William Cowper
