privately
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The Journal reported last week that Authentic Brands Group has made an approach and been privately discussing an offer that could value the company at more than $20 a share.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Tech CEOs privately questioned Amodei for sounding AI alarm bells.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026
OpenAI is now talking to investors about raising more money privately.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
Those who want the surgery to change their appearance, rather than for health reasons, will need to pay for it privately.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
But I nudged Charlie to mention privately about being up in the Dakotas by then.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
![]()