confidential

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He was following orders: Congress had told him to prevent the British from intercepting confidential correspondence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

It forbids therapists from insisting on spreading their personal views through confidential, sensitive conversations with trusting minors happening behind closed doors.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Elon Musk's SpaceX has filed confidential papers with US securities regulators for what could be the largest-ever public stock offering, a source familiar with the matter told AFP on Wednesday.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Tesla stock is up almost 3% in afternoon action on Wednesday after Musk’s SpaceX reportedly filed confidential paperwork for an initial public offering.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Milkman felt close and confidential now that his father had talked to him in a relaxed and intimate way.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison