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Definitions

public interest

NOUN
limelight
Synonyms
STRONGEST
glare prominence public eye spotlight
STRONG
eminence exposure hype renown
WEAK
fifteen minutes of fame focus of attention media attention photo opportunity public notice public recognition
Antonyms
STRONGEST
obscurity

Example Sentences

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The harder she tried to cover up the Epstein files, the more public interest in them grew.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

"Public media exists to serve the public interest -- that of Americans -- not that of any political agenda or elected official," it said in a statement.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

In the Friday filing, the states argued a temporary restraining order is necessary to avoid what they said would be irreparable harm to the public interest, and to their ability to effectively enforce antitrust laws.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Malcolm McHaffie, head of the CPS special crime division, said there was "sufficient evidence to bring this case to court" and it was "in the public interest to pursue criminal proceedings".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Berkeley attracted the most promising young graduate students, hosted the most eminent visiting lecturers, pocketed the largest contributions from research foundations and garnered the lion’s share of public interest and acclaim.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik