common man

Example Sentences

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Her early success "only intensified her commitment to stand by the common man - squatting with vendors, arriving wherever there was trouble, dressing simply and making it her hallmark style".

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Kelly brought dance to the common man, and the musical down to earth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

They are also staying on message that economic policies, in the right hands, can benefit the common man.

From Salon • Aug. 27, 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

Garfield's supporters emphasized his rise from poverty, presenting him as a common man who could relate to the everyday lives of voters.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow