commoner

Example Sentences

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Even if he were simply a "commoner", his past relationship with the Royal Family and the place would be enough to draw the monarchy into the controversy.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

One compares her to baseball star Shohei Ohtani, another praises her as a "commoner prime minister".

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

LONDON—It was supposed to be the moment a shamed prince was reduced to humble commoner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025

Somebody in charge probably had a few notes to offer, which explains why we’re seeing more Netflix celebrity chefs this season and fewer of Meghan’s friends, whether celebrity or commoner.

From Salon • Aug. 27, 2025

They say those gentlemen hate Captain Smith because he is a commoner who has no special respect for nobles.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone