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airwaves

[ˈɛrweɪvz]

airwaves Definition

the medium through which radio and television signals are transmitted.

Using airwaves: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "airwaves" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new album is making waves on the airwaves.

  • Example

    The government regulates the use of the airwaves.

  • Example

    The radio station broadcasts its signal over the airwaves.

Phrases with airwaves

  • to broadcast a message or make a public statement, especially in response to a crisis or controversy

    Example

    The president took to the airwaves to address the nation about the crisis.

  • to have a large presence or influence on radio or television broadcasts

    Example

    The company's ad campaign has dominated the airwaves for weeks.

  • to remove interference or static from radio or television signals

    Example

    The technician worked to clear the airwaves so that the broadcast could be heard clearly.

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Summary: airwaves in Brief

'Airwaves' [ˈɛrweɪvz] refers to the medium through which radio and television signals are transmitted. It is often used in phrases like 'take to the airwaves,' meaning to broadcast a message or make a public statement, and 'dominate the airwaves,' meaning to have a large presence or influence on radio or television broadcasts. 'Clear the airwaves' means to remove interference or static from radio or television signals.

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