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private

[prahy-vit] / ˈpraɪ vɪt /


NOUN
lowest rank of person enlisted in armed service
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It said: "As with many visits of this nature, a small number of private engagements are included to support broader commercial, charitable, and community objectives."

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

In the recent interview with Barron’s, Gensler discussed his views on the current SEC, turmoil in the private credit market, prediction markets, and more.

From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026

Even if you have private insurance, you should be able to opt to pay cash and get an estimate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

For example, how would we value privately held assets, such as private businesses?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

What if the private meeting was because somehow they’d figured it out?

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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