privately
Example Sentences
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The U.S. parent company for Fireball and Canadian Mist, privately held Sazerac, declined to comment.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026
When Axios reported that Harris had privately called Zogby and others to try to mend the rift, he wouldn’t comment at the time.
From Slate ● Sep. 25, 2026
Scientists privately discuss differences in interpretations, agreeing on regular updates for the public via media briefings and social media postings.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026
He was just saying in public what AI researchers discuss privately.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
Although the chevra kadisha was run by volunteers, the mortuary itself was privately owned, in affiliation with the cemetery.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
