as in private
not known or meant to be known by the general populace
someone leaked confidential government information to the press
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Recent Examples of confidential
Sidhu, in his plea deal, admitted to providing confidential information about price to a consultant working for the Angels so the team could buy the stadium on favorable terms.
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Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 27 June 2025
The goal is to steal confidential data and install ransomware to extort victim companies for millions in return.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 June 2025
Her usual duties included accessing confidential deputy records and internal affairs investigations.
—James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2025
The city argued the policy was confidential, and would interfere with the department’s ability to fight crime.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2025
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Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 27 June 2025
The goal is to steal confidential data and install ransomware to extort victim companies for millions in return.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 June 2025
Her usual duties included accessing confidential deputy records and internal affairs investigations.
—James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2025
The city argued the policy was confidential, and would interfere with the department’s ability to fight crime.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for confidential
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confidential
Adjective
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But Bondi and Bongino had a contentious exchange the following day at the White House, according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss a private conversation.—
Eric Tucker,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Ahead of Carroll’s announcement by Dagenham & Redbridge on Saturday, the east London club confirmed they had been bought by a consortium of prominent Qatari private investors.—
Colin Millar,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The tours are accessible via phone, but each stop is kept secret throughout the journey.—
Kaela Ling,Monica Pitrelli,
CNBC,
10 July 2025
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Ingredients For Sad Cake Only a few basic ingredients are needed for simple Sad Cake, including a Southerner's best kept baking secret: Bisquick Mix.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Intended as a joke, the post invited users to band together and raid Area 51 — a highly classified United States Air Force facility in Nevada — to uncover extraterrestrial life, long rumored to be hidden there.—
Lizzie Hyman,
People.com,
2 July 2025
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On June 24, the administration canceled a classified intelligence briefing to members of Congress, leading to frustration among those with questions about White House claims.—
Joshua Rovner,
The Conversation,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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This large travel backpack is ideal for short weekend or overnight trips, or it can be used as a personal item on a flight.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
11 July 2025
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Those personal testimonies led board members to draft amendments that would put $759,962 into funds from the board's reserve, which is just over $45 million.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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His second time in power was also marked by ongoing and largely undisclosed health problems.—
Emmanuel Akinwotu,
NPR,
13 July 2025
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Though exact financial damages remain undisclosed, there are likely costs associated with reader refunds, extensive corrections and diminished advertiser confidence.—
Jonathan Gillham,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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After Congress reversed course on accountability in 2015, results for everyone got worse, even as progressive jurisdictions started adopting increasingly esoteric equity strategies.—
Matthew Yglesias,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2025
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Of course, Yamagata is a long way to go just to peep some jellyfish, so combine a visit with the misty temples of nearby Dewa Sanzan, three mountains sacred to the ascetics of the esoteric Shugendo religion.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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But in the end, the need for intimate human connection outweighed the promise of professional opportunity.—
Sophie Okolo,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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In this intimate experience, you are invited to share a moment of joy, a tribute to our community, or a word that defines you.—
Essence,
Essence,
8 July 2025
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“Confidential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confidential. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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