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In recent weeks, Elon Musk, OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman, and Palantir’s CEO Alex Karp have publicly spoken about the possibility of nationalization.
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Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
The suspect in the attack is being charged with two counts of using a firearm and one count of assault on a federal officer using a dangerous weapon, according to the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, Jeanine Pirro, who did not name him publicly.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
At the time of Tomlin’s departure, Rodgers had spoken publicly in support of the coach and his record.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Cervera, the only Republican on the board, is so far the only board member besides Leonardi to publicly comment on the issue.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
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Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
The suspect in the attack is being charged with two counts of using a firearm and one count of assault on a federal officer using a dangerous weapon, according to the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, Jeanine Pirro, who did not name him publicly.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
At the time of Tomlin’s departure, Rodgers had spoken publicly in support of the coach and his record.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Cervera, the only Republican on the board, is so far the only board member besides Leonardi to publicly comment on the issue.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for publicly
openly
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The practice has surged in popularity as celebrities and pro athletes openly share their routines.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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Even commentators who are openly critical have begun to borrow the same phrasing, the same rhythm, the same constant escalation.—
Atom Ariola,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Publicly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/publicly. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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