privy to

Example Sentences

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As a widow, you do qualify for benefits that unmarried individuals are not privy to, such as a step-up in payment amount if your deceased spouse’s benefit was higher than yours.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

But Sasha is a child, and can only see what she’s privy to.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Do they get updates at the same time and are they privy to development information?

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

He said that EchoStar isn’t privy to SpaceX’s valuation and invested on “faith” in the company, adding: “I’m anxious to see if they do, in fact, do an IPO.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026

I was not privy to the details, but I heard Madam talking about jewels made of paste that would sit in her curls.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson