- plural of lad.
lads
Example Sentences
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Every defeat was taken on the chin, and accepted, but the lads were always ready to go, again and again.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Both lads played a significant role in keeping us up.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
He explained he had always wanted to be a soldier and that like "all the young lads" he had wanted to play his part in defending his country.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
"The lads have had some great success over the last two seasons. It's something that I want to be a part of, so I'm really looking forward to getting started," McNeil said.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
At last one of the lads gave a slow, reluctant nod.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
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