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hot off the press
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(of a paper, particularly a newspaper) recently printed
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "hot off the press" and when to use it?
The idiom "hot off the press" originated from the printing industry, specifically newspapers, where it refers to papers that have been recently printed and are still warm from the printing press. The phrase is used to convey the idea of freshness and immediacy, suggesting that the information or content is the most current and has just been made available to the public.
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(of a piece of information or news) recently received
Example
The magazine featured an exclusive interview with the celebrity, offering readers insights hot off the press.
This report is hot off the press, so you're among the first to see the findings.
The breaking news article was hot off the press, providing readers with the most recent updates on the situation.
The breaking news is hot off the press, so we'll provide updates as we get more information.
The morning edition of the newspaper, hot off the press, was delivered to doorsteps across the city, ensuring readers were up to date with the latest news.
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