private

Example Sentences

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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

The tech sector is already slamming the brakes on some of its more lavish spending, and private consumer debts are piling up.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Nationwide Chief Economist Kathy Bostjancic said the March report showed the labor market was in "good standing," with "broad-based gains in the private sector."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

And when she finally reunites with Y for the movie’s sleek “Contempt”-like endgame, both of them in thrall to private luxury, it’s hard to see how they’ll move forward.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

I maintained my private domain by welcoming the strays whenever my mom informed me of a new one.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith