lad

Example Sentences

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Nathan: I'd like to think that they'd describe me as the same lad I was growing up.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

This is the story about a young lad from Leeds who evolved to set standards for hard work, professionalism and longevity - and earn respect from fans all over the world.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 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 was a great lad to have around off the pitch but was not afraid to speak his mind to me either.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

“When I was a lad I had no such melancholy and no such weepings and tempers, and no slaves, either.”

From "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck