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in public

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  1. Openly, open to public view or access. For example, They've never appeared together in public. [c. 1450] For an antonym, see in private.

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Franklin, who was older than Washington and Jefferson by more than 25 years, was deeply involved in public health long before the Revolution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Research shows that toilet seats often carry fewer microbes than other high-touch areas in public bathrooms.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

“Sid Krofft was an icon who did what he loved most until the very end — being out in public with his legions of fans,” his publicist Adam Fenton said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

You know who doesn’t like talking in public?

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

“I think Ahsan will be happier in public school.”

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan

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