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/stætɪˌstɪkəl dʒɜːrnəˈlɪzəm/ · stat.is.ti.cal.jour.nal.is.m
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  1. The use of statistical methods and data analysis in journalism to present information in a clear and objective manner. The newspaper's statistical journalism section provided a detailed analysis of the election results.
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  1. A style of journalism that emphasizes the use of statistical data and analysis to support claims and arguments. The author's book on statistical journalism highlighted the importance of using data to tell compelling stories.
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  1. The practice of using statistical methods and data analysis to identify trends and patterns in news stories. The journalist's use of statistical journalism helped her uncover a hidden trend in the data that others had missed.
Did you know? Statistical journalism has become increasingly important in the digital age, where readers are more likely to trust information that is supported by data and evidence.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026