private
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“Behind gates on a rare flat lot in Mount Olympus, this private retreat captures unobstructed panoramic views that stretch from downtown Los Angeles to the ocean,” the listing crowed.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Apollo noted its participation as a primary capital partner, along with Blackstone, reflects the growing role that private capital is playing in financing digital-infrastructure buildouts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Courts have ruled that the doctrine requires private utilities such as Edison to pay for property they destroy, even if they haven’t been found to have acted negligently.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
The institute works with governments and private entities to fight poverty and improve health and education.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Purnell is the private school where Jonah used to go before his dad died.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
Vocabulary lists containing private
"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 6
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