folks

Example Sentences

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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

“They blocked access to the beach for some folks, and potentially to emergency responders.”

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

“OUCH. It’s almost painful to consider that these folks are SO bitter that they can’t ever laugh.”

From Salon • May 20, 2026

You would not believe the fancy folks who stroll the streets of this fine city.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan