in private
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One consequence of all this consolidation is fewer physicians working in private practice—42% in 2024, down from 60% in 2012.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
The 35-year-old, who was remanded in custody, made no plea during a second appearance in private via videolink at Forfar Sheriff Court.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Fund managers say the performance fluctuations are standard in private credit, which focuses on lending to companies with low credit ratings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
None of which helped when it came to asking for $200 million in private donations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
She wanted to talk to him in private while they were still at the FARM, so once she was packed, she left the house and crossed the lawn to the airstrip.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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