lad

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In addition to being named Orson, the lad has chronic gastrointestinal distress and plays the bassoon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

"He is a very competitive lad," said Brook.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

The lad is only 10 years old, though, so he’ll have to wait: Nobody under 12 is allowed to fly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

He has been at United since he was a young lad, has worked under the great Sir Alex Ferguson and played alongside some of the most illustrious names in the club's long history.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

There must have been vents in the cell because he heard Hoede say, “Be a brave lad, and there’s a few kruge in it for you.”

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo