Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response which is the most appropriate expression. Yellow journalism

Yellow journalism refers to a style of newspaper reporting that prioritizes sensationalism, salacious stories, and hyperbole over factual accuracy [1]. The term originated in the late 19th century during a fierce circulation battle between Joseph Pulitzer’s 'New York World' and William Randolph Hearst’s 'New York Journal' [1]. These publishers used eye-catching headlines, exaggerated news events, and sometimes false information to influence public opinion and increase sales [1]. A notable historical example is how this style of reporting fanned anti-Spanish sentiment, contributing to the outbreak of the Spanish-American War [1]. Today, the term is used pejoratively to describe any journalism that treats news in an unprofessional or unethical fashion by presenting slanted stories as objective truth. Therefore, option 3 is the most appropriate definition as it captures the essence of using strong language and false information to manipulate public perception.

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1. [1] https://history.state.gov/milestones/1866-1898/yellow-journalism