special coverage

[/ˈspɛʃəl ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/]
nounpl: special coverages
cobertura especial
1. Extended or comprehensive reporting on a particular event, topic, or news story that receives dedicated journalistic attention
The news station provided special coverage of the presidential election throughout the day.
A emissora de notícias forneceu cobertura especial da eleição presidencial durante todo o dia.
2. Insurance or warranty protection that extends beyond standard policies to include additional risks or benefits
The car insurance policy includes special coverage for natural disasters.
A apólice de seguro do carro inclui cobertura especial para desastres naturais.
3. Dedicated broadcast time allocated for in-depth analysis or reporting of a significant event
The network interrupted regular programming for special coverage of the natural disaster.
A rede interrompeu a programação regular para cobertura especial do desastre natural.
In Brazil, 'cobertura especial' is commonly used by major broadcasters like Globo, Band, and SBT during significant national events such as elections, Carnival, or major crimes. In the USA, special coverage represents a significant broadcasting commitment and is used to signal the importance of an event to viewers. In insurance contexts, the term carries legal implications regarding what is and is not covered under the policy.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
extended coveragecomprehensive coveragededicated reportingin-depth coverage
Antonyms / Antônimos
standard coveragebasic coverageminimal coverageroutine coverage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cobertura especial
Standard term used in both news and insurance contexts
São Paulo
cobertura especial / cobertura ampliada
Both terms are used commonly in business and journalism
Rio de Janeiro
cobertura especial
Commonly used in media reporting
Portugal
cobertura especial
Same term used; may also see 'cobertura adicional' for insurance contexts

Related Words

broadcastjournalisminsurancepolicyreportingnewswarranty

Related Idioms & Phrases

breaking news coverage
live special coverage
24-hour coverage
wall-to-wall coverage
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