private

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The country has undergone tremendous change in the past decade, as reforms have helped create a burgeoning private sector, loosened ultraconservative social strictures and tackled rampant corruption.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

It is not the first time Steyer has faced criticism about the connection with private detention facilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

At Playmates, Cynthia kept her personal life relatively private, but Berry believed she was still very much in love with Gonzalez.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

The entirety of the 10th floor is occupied by the palatial primary suite, which features its own spa-style bathroom, a sauna, a workout room, dual dressing rooms, as well as a private terrace.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

She lived in England for about five years, leading private séances.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock