gentlemen

Example Sentences

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"These are not just gentlemen thieves, confidently swindling us of a few pennies here and there," says Craig Rice, who heads up the CDA.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Gentlemen too, sure, but no one writes or talks about gentlemen these days.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“We’re in a tough spot, ladies and gentlemen, and I can’t identify a lot of good options, even as the ships carrying the Marines are heading for the Gulf,” he added.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“Ladies and gentlemen, here to play ‘Happy Birthday’ to Eva Mendes, we have the North Bergen High School marching band.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

“Good evening, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls. Prepare to be mesmerized, shocked, and astounded! For I am the Great Timdini! Piff-piff!”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein