folks

Example Sentences

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“The guy ended up buying a top-of-the-line computer system with all the accessories totaling about $20,000. The other sales folks were a bit ticked.”

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

My hair loss isn’t as severe as it is for folks with more aggressive alopecia, but it’s still tough to live with.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

Mergermarket’s Samuel Kerr thinks everyday folks need to be wary of buying pre-IPO shares this late in the game.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Perhaps not in the key some of us wanted to hear but then, some folks find mockingbirds annoying, too.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

A couple of folks stare at JP ’cause he doesn’t have the Glow.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas