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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The find has captivated historians and the public alike. —

Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025 Attorney General Merrick Garland wants to keep the volume covering the documents case private until the prosecution is fully over, the DOJ said in a court filing last week, but intends to release the volume on the election case to the public. —

Alison Durkee, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025 The experience is free and open to the public, with reservations operating on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning Tuesday, Jan. 14, at 12 p.m. PT. —

Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 13 Jan. 2025 David used Neil as an exhibit in his case to the public. —

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