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[puhb-lik] / ˈpʌb lɪk /




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By the time Roblox went public in 2021, the share price had gone up and the shares in his Roth IRA were worth $141 million.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

It surfaces occasionally in securities disclosures, including when executives, directors or other big investors in public companies disclose share sales.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

A city hearing in May regarding alcohol sales at the site provided a rare opportunity for public comment on the property.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

Government leaders participated in the initiative, with then Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi often seen in public without wearing a tie or jacket, helping get the word out.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

A bold challenge was posed to the public, “COME AND INVESTIGATE.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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