the public
noun
: the people of a country, state, etc.
the American public
The beach is open to the public.
The general public is in favor of the law.
Members of the public called for the mayor's resignation.
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That was the plan until DeCosta called off a blockbuster trade and all hell broke loose, with much of the public vitriol directed his way.
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Michael Silver, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The hotel is closed to the public in preparation of the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.
—George Petras, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Some lawmakers worry the scandals will continue to erode the public’s confidence in the government.
—Ana Ceballos
follow, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Public invited to give input on Geneva plan The city of Geneva has launched the planning process for the Geneva 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and the public is invited to be part of the conversation.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
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Michael Silver, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The hotel is closed to the public in preparation of the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.
—George Petras, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Some lawmakers worry the scandals will continue to erode the public’s confidence in the government.
—Ana Ceballos
follow, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Public invited to give input on Geneva plan The city of Geneva has launched the planning process for the Geneva 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and the public is invited to be part of the conversation.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for the public
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“The public.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20public. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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