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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Agents also searched the homes of the company’s chief executive, David Duong; and his son, Andy Duong, a purchasing agent who is in charge of the company’s public relations.
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Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2024
The Butler Tech Criminal Justice Program works with the sheriff's offices in Butler and Warren counties and has worked with Butler County for two years, AJ Huff, the school's public relations coordinator, said in an email.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 21 June 2024
Communications and public relations strategist Melissa Nathan has launched The Agency Group.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 June 2024
In the video, which has been viewed by more than 7 million people, the full-time public relations consultant breaks down his expenses — approximately $4,100 monthly between rent, utilities, food and other spending categories.
—Chris Dong, Washington Post, 19 June 2024
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Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2024
The Butler Tech Criminal Justice Program works with the sheriff's offices in Butler and Warren counties and has worked with Butler County for two years, AJ Huff, the school's public relations coordinator, said in an email.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 21 June 2024
Communications and public relations strategist Melissa Nathan has launched The Agency Group.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 June 2024
In the video, which has been viewed by more than 7 million people, the full-time public relations consultant breaks down his expenses — approximately $4,100 monthly between rent, utilities, food and other spending categories.
—Chris Dong, Washington Post, 19 June 2024
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“Public relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20relations. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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