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private

[prahy-vit] / ˈpraɪ vɪt /


NOUN
lowest rank of person enlisted in armed service
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This is why it’s crucial for not just the DOJ but also private citizens to be able to hold states accountable.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

People are being unwittingly filmed in public and in private, often by people wearing Meta's glasses, and only finding out when the videos show up online.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

And the private sector ought to lead the effort.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

It also includes self-reported premiums paid for Medicare Part D, Medicare Advantage and private supplemental plans.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Christopher felt suddenly he was intruding on something profoundly private.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell




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