ma'am

Example Sentences

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When asked by Prof Mason whether he would describe the distance between Nicole and Xielo as being a "significant" distance, he said: "On the balance of probabilities, yes ma'am."

From BBC • Feb. 3, 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

“OK, ma’am, if you feel unsafe, listen to yourself and evacuate,” the dispatcher replied.

From Washington Times • Oct. 13, 2023

“Have you seen my entry, ma’am? Do you want to go look at the other work?”

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly