Every summer, the renegade captain privateers ships under a foreign flag.

During the 18th century, privateers preyed on enemy merchant vessels under letters of marque.

Despite widespread protests, the city council is privatizing the municipal water system this year.

The new administration privatizes several state-owned industries to reduce public spending.

He kept his privat letters in a locked chest.

The privatizing of public utilities without adequate oversight can harm low-income communities.

They discussed the sensitive documents in private to avoid drawing attention.

During the war, the captain privateered for two years, capturing enemy supply ships and bringing prize money home.

During wartime, our crew spent months privateering in distant waters, seizing ships that carried enemy cargo.

During the 18th century, privateering was a risky but profitable way for merchants to supplement naval power and seize enemy cargoes.