the public
noun
: the people of a country, state, etc.
the American public
The beach is open to the public.
The general public is in favor of the law.
Members of the public called for the mayor's resignation.
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Those who don’t conform deserve punishment to show the public that unethical behavior is not tolerated.
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
And look, the only facts that distinguishes this case from those people buying things on Amazon or posting things on Amazon is not any particular facts that are not visible to the public.
—NBC news, 3 May 2026
But first, the initial plans will go before the city’s planning and zoning commission for consideration in a public hearing, where members of the public can weigh in.
—Rose Evans
may 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 May 2026
Last year, Master Gardener volunteers staffed outreach tables at more than 15 locations and 33 community events across the Kansas City metro, sharing information and answering gardening questions face-to-face with the public.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 3 May 2026
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
And look, the only facts that distinguishes this case from those people buying things on Amazon or posting things on Amazon is not any particular facts that are not visible to the public.
—NBC news, 3 May 2026
But first, the initial plans will go before the city’s planning and zoning commission for consideration in a public hearing, where members of the public can weigh in.
—Rose Evans
may 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 May 2026
Last year, Master Gardener volunteers staffed outreach tables at more than 15 locations and 33 community events across the Kansas City metro, sharing information and answering gardening questions face-to-face with the public.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 3 May 2026
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“The public.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20public. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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