lad

Example Sentences

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But his stepfather was an engraver, and the precocious lad saw books with plenty of pictures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

You would suddenly be a young lad who wanted to be a professional footballer, what can I see behind the scenes - anything insightful to make me think what they do behind the scenes?

From BBC • May 24, 2026

He was also recorded saying "have a good night's sleep Watkins lad" as he was taken past the cell where the former singer was receiving medical treatment.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

We've not seen anything like this since Methuselah was a lad.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

“Well, right now I’m not a lad; I’m a locksmith. This is my shop.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin