the masses

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

For some, being at sea is only one part of the appeal: The right ship can also provide an escape from the masses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Still, she is not seen by the masses as a pioneer, a term that brings to mind scientists and suffragettes.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

“What these guys have done is do the thing that prediction markets before have not done well, which is bring the masses to the market,” she said.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

Woolworth and Paramount Pictures offering relief to the masses.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Baba and I look across the masses sleeping in the open air.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell