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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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Be open to collaborations and mutual support this month—trading skills, services, or offerings would be a great way to build trust within your community.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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The question now is how long the window stays open.—
Kristian Winfield,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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Many complain about a lack of tort reform, unrestricted attorney advertising or litigation funding, all of which contribute significantly to the scam.—
Robert Tyson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
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The 2025 unrestricted free agent class has a number of impact players, starting with Marner.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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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
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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
Adjective
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This misguided individual, as well as others, hold a general population accountable for the actions of an entire nation.—
Diane Gensler,
Baltimore Sun,
26 May 2025
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Even in high school, but especially college-level, teaching general courses like psychology or sociology usually require a master’s or doctorate-level degree.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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An exclusive group of evolutionary weirdos Only a handful of organisms are known to form collective assemblages for the purpose of dispersing, similar to the nematode towers.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
5 June 2025
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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
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 9 Jun. 2025.
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