public relations
noun
plural in form but usually singular in construction
often attributive
: the business of inducing the public to have understanding for and goodwill toward a person, firm, or institution
also
: the degree of understanding and goodwill achieved
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The Super Bowl is just the latest volley in a public relations vibe war that has been playing out in increasingly public settings, as both companies fight for market share and prepare to launch behemoth IPOs later this year.
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Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 8 Feb. 2026
The Today host is married to Michael Feldman, a communications consultant, public relations professional and former Democratic political aide.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
The Valdez oil spill was one of history’s worst environmental and public relations disasters.
—Brad Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Perhaps owner Bob Nutting will intercede and order general manager Ben Cherington to sign McCutchen, fearing yet another public relations nightmare if the team’s relationship with a franchise legend collapses.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
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Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 8 Feb. 2026
The Today host is married to Michael Feldman, a communications consultant, public relations professional and former Democratic political aide.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
The Valdez oil spill was one of history’s worst environmental and public relations disasters.
—Brad Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Perhaps owner Bob Nutting will intercede and order general manager Ben Cherington to sign McCutchen, fearing yet another public relations nightmare if the team’s relationship with a franchise legend collapses.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
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“Public relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20relations. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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