in private
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Caracas says the deal involves $100 billion in private investment aimed at revitalizing the industry in a country with the world's largest proven oil reserves.
From Barron's ● Aug. 30, 2026
A few people I talked to spoke to the value of spitballing, either in a meeting or in private messages.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
One of Bailey's favourite examples, he recalls, was a council that voted for a motion supporting freedom of information - in private.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
Overall earnings grew nearly 50%, though much of that reflected large technology companies marking up the value of stakes in private AI companies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
To me, in private, he says, “You will see how quickly they will be begging me for help and advice.”
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
