common people
Example Sentences
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It’s playing with fire, and the common people will not be unscathed.
From Slate • May 15, 2026
Private property, the rule of law—in the American system common people could make binding agreements, own property, open businesses.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
"The common people have supported us with an open heart," he added.
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
"If Robbie Williams comes out? No, I'm leaving," said a woman next to me in the audience, as the stage filled with random people - common people - dressed in plastic raincoats.
From BBC • Jun. 28, 2025
“The Lord spoke to the common people gathered at the well,” he said at last, in his old booming voice that allowed no corner for doubt.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
