If people knew he was consulting privately with an Elder, they would know something was wrong.

After this the Councillors consulted privately, and when we were called back the King gave his judgment, which was very brief.

Silence followed as the two women consulted privately.

The notables consulted privately with the university's leading professors.

"You will have five minutes to consult with your seconds privately and establish your strategies," the Game Computer said.

Many faculty members continue to consult privately or operate small design studios to complement their classroom activities.

He also privately consulted in several business ventures.

Troi turned to consult privately with the captain.

Off the waiting room stand shaded booths where clients may consult privately with special advisers.

So I consulted with him privately before responding publicly and he said he did not say that.