public access
Americannoun
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the availability of noncommercial television and radio broadcasting facilities to community groups or members of the public for programs of general interest to the community, especially as a condition of cable television franchises.
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a type of noncommercial programming of general interest to the community.
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The county’s answer: Limit public access to a pair of in-person kiosks in Raleigh once the website goes dark, likely this month.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
That’s the framework that established guidelines regarding public access, conservation and development.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
Under the redevelopment plans, there will be a new lift and staircase in the conservatory to allow public access to raised balconies.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
Judge Gregory Carro also dismissed concerns raised by the defense about limited public access to the trial, even though more than 80 media outlets and many supporters of the defendant are expected to attend.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
At a public access terminal in a Miami library, she found a cheap apartment and paid the deposit electronically.
From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements
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