sound bite
An extract from a speech or interview used as edited into a news or other broadcastAn extract from a speech or interview used as edited into a news or other broadcast; an interview clip, especially seen as particularly expressive or pithy.
» He has a knack for distilling complicated concepts into easy-to-understand sound bites.
Meaning
3 sensesAn extract from a speech or interview used as edited into a news or other broadcast; an interview clip, especially seen as particularly expressive or pithy.
(derogatory, often)A one-liner deliberately produced for this purpose; a statement specifically intended to be punchy and memorable.
Synonym of sound clip.
- a very short speech; usually on radio or television
Examples
3 sentencesHe has a knack for distilling complicated concepts into easy-to-understand sound bites.
Summarize what you've said and repeat anew your power sound bite and three supporting statements.
Give your power sound bite as your first sentence and establish instant intimacy with your audience.