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public

[puhb-lik] / ˈpʌb lɪk /




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OpenAI is reportedly eyeing a public stock listing that could occur as soon as this year.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

“Yet, the disproportionate criminal victimization of Black Americans receives little attention, even as public discourse often centers on racial injustice.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

U.S. law restricts foreign investors from owning more than 25% of a company that holds an FCC broadcast license — unless the commission determines that such an ownership structure would “serve the public interest.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

The sportsbooks would argue that the player only got caught because of the highly mechanized, public nature of the betting market.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

She supported her sons with weekly public séances and private sessions for regular clients, including Dr. George and Sarah Taylor.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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