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[puhb-lik] / ˈpʌb lɪk /




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The project was funded by a combination of philanthropic and public sources, including support from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, California State Coastal Conservancy and California Wildlife Conservation Board.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

Being on the show also heightened both dancers' faith in humanity after seeing the members of the public who came to their aid.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

Footage aired on public broadcaster NHK showed rescuers entering the building to search for survivors.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Everyone will hang on the words of Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, a man who has made a public point of saying as little as possible.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

This attack did Burr’s public reputation no favors.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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