commoners
Example Sentences
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Baelor, a politician and a feudal dynast, might understand on some level that by fighting with Dunk, he is, in his own way, upholding the dignity of the crown and keeping the commoners placated.
From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026
But old resentments—over the burdens that fell on commoners, or how the wealthy and accomplished had been excluded from privileges—shaped grievances.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025
Thank you, Trevor Denman, for bringing the sport of kings to all us commoners.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2025
Ponies, pigs, cattle and donkeys, owned by the New Forest's commoners, are allowed to roam freely on the open forest under ancient rights tied to their properties.
From BBC • May 15, 2024
It will not be with his fists, as we commoners do.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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