ordinary

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Instead, the wows come from good stagings of ordinary action: a car crash, a gripped crucifix, a hideout crowded with jostling, thrumming musical instruments.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

That probably won’t make Buffett tweak his will, but ordinary savers might consider putting a few eggs in some different baskets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Going public -- known as an IPO, or initial public offering -- means ordinary investors can buy a slice of a company for the first time.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

There was a vague feeling of unease about all of this - but it was difficult for ordinary people living nearby to prove there was anything amiss.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

And it was such a relief to think that, to think about something ordinary and pointless and annoying, like Katherine.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix