publicity stunt
noun
: something done just to get the attention of the public
Her antics on the show were just a publicity stunt.
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In response, a Musk attorney called Krasner's complaint a publicity stunt by a liberal, progressive Democrat, CNN said.
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Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
Despite wanting to be together, stepping out in the public eye proves challenging for the unlikely duo, as they’re tested by conflicting schedules, the pressures of fame and outside voices claiming their romance is a publicity stunt.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
At every turn, these policewomen are underestimated and undermined in equal measure by the men who’ve created their police pilot program as a mere publicity stunt.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2024
Cardi later denied rumors that their latest breakup was a publicity stunt.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 7 Oct. 2024
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Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
Despite wanting to be together, stepping out in the public eye proves challenging for the unlikely duo, as they’re tested by conflicting schedules, the pressures of fame and outside voices claiming their romance is a publicity stunt.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
At every turn, these policewomen are underestimated and undermined in equal measure by the men who’ve created their police pilot program as a mere publicity stunt.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2024
Cardi later denied rumors that their latest breakup was a publicity stunt.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 7 Oct. 2024
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“Publicity stunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/publicity%20stunt. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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