in private
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Before the event, Kao said, Collins, Abbott and another staffer met with him in private.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026
They express confidence in public while perhaps fearing in private that a worst-case scenario could make it hopeless to try to save everyone.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026
In the fiscal year that ran through June, the World Bank mobilized $112 billion in private capital, alongside the $123 billion of its own financing that it advanced.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
To carry out a full investigation, involving hearing sensitive material in private, would require a public inquiry, which can hold some of the hearings behind closed doors with press and public excluded.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
If Briony gave it to her, she would have time to read it and reflect in private.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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