private

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If all goes well in the industry, private insurers might be happy to offer factories their coverage without a state backstop and developers and lenders may no longer insist upon that extra layer of protection.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Many Florida private schools have reported increases in new students coming from other states in recent years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

At a private event at the White House earlier this week - which was caught on camera - Trump said that military spending should be a national priority going forward.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The public funds offer higher yields, sometimes 13% or more, against 9% to 10% on some of the private funds.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

I might have died from awkwardness if I’d been exposed to another family’s private business, but Emma doesn’t seem like the judgmental type.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller