in public
phrase
: in a place where one can be seen by many people : in a public place
The former actress is now rarely seen in public.
They were seen kissing in public.
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Another prohibits giving lectures in public parks without city permission.
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Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Under Fort Worth’s noise ordinance, bullhorns and other amplification devices are prohibited in public places, with the exception of use by public safety officials or by someone with an outdoor event permit.
—
Emily Holshouser
july 2,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 July 2026
While women leaders in public life across racial backgrounds routinely face sexism, Black women often encounter a distinct set of challenges shaped by the intersection of race and gender.
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Jallicia Jolly,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The findings suggest that requiring face mask use in public could help in mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
—
Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
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Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Under Fort Worth’s noise ordinance, bullhorns and other amplification devices are prohibited in public places, with the exception of use by public safety officials or by someone with an outdoor event permit.
—
Emily Holshouser
july 2,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 July 2026
While women leaders in public life across racial backgrounds routinely face sexism, Black women often encounter a distinct set of challenges shaped by the intersection of race and gender.
—
Jallicia Jolly,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The findings suggest that requiring face mask use in public could help in mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
—
Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
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“In public.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20public. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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