ma'am

Example Sentences

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"Yes ma'am, and ICE is dedicated to ensuring that everyone that visits the facilities will have a safe and secure event," replied Lyons.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Get out there and get on with your day, ma’am or sir!

From Slate • Jul. 26, 2025

Cohen said: "No ma'am," adding that it was not enough work for him to send an invoice.

From Salon • May 14, 2024

“Move that mic please or just get out the circle please for me, please ma’am, if you’re not subscribed to my pod,” Beverley said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2024

“No, ma’am, not twins,” answered Alyce again, wondering why twin cows such as Baldred and Billfrith should be such a joy and a boon while twin babies were ill-starred and unlucky.

From "The Midwife's Apprentice" by Karen Cushman