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Dozens of public buildings, including educational and health facilities as well as government offices, were also affected.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
It is vital the devices stay hidden, she said, before adding: "We would urge the government to forewarn the public that alerts might be issued, when possible."
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
“Over several hours, deputies made many public announcements directing Selby to exit the home, but he refused to comply,” the department said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
We owe them and their families transparency, empathy and responsiveness, especially when public reports raise anxieties at home.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
“Well, it’s in a public place. I’ve spoken with his parents. We’ll both have our phones. And you won’t get into a car with any strange people. Right?”
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
Vocabulary lists containing public
"Seeking Freedom"
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Selection Vocabulary 1, Unit 2
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"CLEP Financial Accounting," Vocabulary from Chapter 5
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