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private

[prahy-vit] / ˈpraɪ vɪt /


NOUN
lowest rank of person enlisted in armed service
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“There are things we want to do that are likely easier as a private company,” OpenAI said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Gates has said he travelled with Epstein on a private jet - one of those facts that have haunted many who have been tarnished by Epstein.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Through the end of March, valuations of software companies held by private equity firms declined roughly 8% on average, it adds, citing data from MSCI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Tourists from around the world are now flooding back, boosting the coffers of the basilica, which relies on the takings as well as private donations.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

As a public person, Greeley had even more reason to keep the questions he asked private.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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