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ballyhoo

/ˈbælihuː/ noun · British & US
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What does ballyhoo mean?

noun

Excessive or insincere praise or publicity, often used to promote something, especially a show or event. A noisy or sensationalized promotion.

Example

"The circus used ballyhoo to attract a large crowd to its evening show."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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