common man
Example Sentences
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“Viewed positively, what the American revolution did was to give the common man a voice, a veto, elbow room and a refuge from the rampaging presumptions of his ‘betters.’
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
When Ruto was vying for the presidency, he portrayed himself as a common man, who came from a childhood marked by poverty and resilience.
From BBC • Jul. 11, 2025
He was a rare win for the common man and maybe even the resurgence of the '90s golden era of rap that will never come back.
From Salon • Dec. 25, 2024
Though this sport conjures images of the common man — Ralph Kramden, Archie Bunker and the Dude from “The Big Lebowski” — E.A.R.L. is a star at the bowling congress’ research center in Arlington, Texas.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2023
But you cannot simply pursue these ends without results that will aid the common man.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson
