lad

Example Sentences

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To find out the character of these players, I would go through numerous routes to make sure the lad I was going to sign indeed had the right credentials.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 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

"He's a sensitive lad, one who is keen to do well here... I think he can continue to improve just like we have to," said Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

I love Merv but what girl’ll want to walk out with a lad like him?

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell