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as in open
not known by only a select few
the mayor's plans to retire have been public knowledge for some time
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as in unrestricted
freely available for use or participation by all
a public swimming pool
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as in national
of or relating to a nation
a trade agreement in the public interest
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as in general
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
public sentiment was against the war
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as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
public transportation
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as in populace
the body of the community as contrasted with the elite
the highbrows have always disdained his novels, but the public just eats them up
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Recent Examples of public
Megan Sauer, CNBC, 31 May 2025
Todd Chrisley made his first public remarks since he and his wife Julie were pardoned by President Donald Trump earlier this week.
—Kerry Breen
may 30, CBS News, 30 May 2025
Ely Ratner, Foreign Affairs, 27 May 2025
But their presence, like the crowds lining up to hear Sanders speak, raises the prospect that an angry public may unite, even if some of them are ultimately less interested in eating the rich than in joining them at the table.
—Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
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Adjective
Topics include earning passive income online, mastering communication and public speaking skills, acing your job interview, and practical strategies to grow your wealth.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 31 May 2025
Todd Chrisley made his first public remarks since he and his wife Julie were pardoned by President Donald Trump earlier this week.
—Kerry Breen
may 30, CBS News, 30 May 2025
Noun
For their part, leaders in Canberra, Manila, and Tokyo will need to win the support of their respective domestic publics.
—Ely Ratner, Foreign Affairs, 27 May 2025
But their presence, like the crowds lining up to hear Sanders speak, raises the prospect that an angry public may unite, even if some of them are ultimately less interested in eating the rich than in joining them at the table.
—Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for public
Adjective
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Rooftop views: In the past, the rooftop deck was only open to the public on Friday evenings.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, the top of a hill, or a ridge top.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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The Heat has until June 29 to decide on that team option, with Johnson becoming an unrestricted free agent if Miami chooses to bypass the option.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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After one year with the New York Knicks, veteran journeyman Landry Shamet is once again an unrestricted free agent.—
Mat Issa,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Trump and others have defended the initial ban on national security grounds, arguing it was aimed at protecting the country and not founded on anti-Muslim bias.—
Chris Megerian,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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The proclamation notes there are exceptions for green-card holders, existing visa holders, certain visa categories, and individuals who serve American national interests.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Among folks in the business, there is a general sense of Hacks as a funny show featuring great performances, made by incredibly likable people in Downs, Aniello, and Statsky.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
7 June 2025
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Pecans Pecans — as well as nuts in general — are a great item to buy in bulk at Costco.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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This collective expertise has allowed BoardWise to recognize that several forces are reshaping the global board governance today.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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The former Florida State teammates were drafted in the first and second rounds, respectively, and lived up to their billing as individuals and as a collective force.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Totem Films holds world sales rights to the film, which is directed by Lithuania’s Vytautas Katkus.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
3 June 2025
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Highlights of the Sotheby’s sale completed a world tour and will be shown next at Sotheby’s New York headquarters from June 6 – 12.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Noun
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In this case, the first task is to acquaint the local populace with the new part-owner and his significance before the franchise can capitalize on his worldwide stature in the sport.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
23 May 2025
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Whether this research method is an adequate representation of the populace at large is an open question.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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Of course, with a broadcast social network like X, everyone is both a patron and an owner of sorts.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
23 May 2025
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The series, which is produced by Fox Entertainment Studios, came out of a broadcast direct deal between Leary and the company.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
7 May 2025
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“Public.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/public. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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