proletariat
Example Sentences
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It’s an inverse work song, one that juxtaposes hard toil with a flow that cannot be interrupted by the frustrations of the proletariat.
From Los Angeles Times
In truth, they know little about the diverse politics of people of color, the perils that confront the proletariat.
From Washington Post
The greed of the overlord class, mimicked by the grasping Mrs. Lovett, is what makes mincemeat of the proletariat.
From New York Times
“The proletariat is at a low point in their history right now,” it wrote.
From New York Times
“The Filipino proletariat and toiling people grieve the death of their teacher and guiding light,” the party’s statement said.
From Seattle Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.