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Clickbait

Verb / ˈklɪˌkbeɪt / Another word for clickbait — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Clickbait is a term used to describe online content, such as headlines or articles, that are designed to attract attention and encourage people to click on them, often leading to misleading or sensationalized information.

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Example sentences

  1. I can't stand clickbait articles that trick people into clicking.
  2. She fell for the clickbait and ended up wasting her time.
  3. Clickbait headlines often exaggerate the truth to get more clicks.
  4. My mom always falls for clickbait on social media.
  5. The website is known for its clickbait content.

Quotes

  • 'Clickbait is like junk food for the mind.' - Brian Clark
  • 'Clickbait is the junk food of the internet.' - Ethan Zuckerman
  • 'Clickbait is the dark side of journalism.' - Jay Rosen

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