public interest
Americannoun
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the welfare or well-being of the general public; commonwealth.
health programs that directly affect the public interest.
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appeal or relevance to the general populace.
a news story of public interest.
Other Word Forms
- public-interest adjective
Etymology
Origin of public interest
First recorded in 1670–80
Example Sentences
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In a one-page order, Lamberth wrote that Revolution Wind was likely to succeed in underlying litigation, faced "irreparable harm" without an injunction, and the venture's request was "in the public interest."
From Barron's
But the harder problem lies in determining what counts as a matter of legitimate public interest and what does not.
From Slate
“It’s obvious why these laws are in the public interest,” California Department of Justice lawyer Cameron Bell told the court Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times
"Chair Powell has served with integrity, focused on his mandate and an unwavering commitment to the public interest."
From Barron's
"Chair Powell has served with integrity, focused on his mandate and an unwavering commitment to the public interest," it added.
From Barron's
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