ma'am
Example Sentences
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In his first special, “Yes Ma’am, ”comedian and Mississippi native Jay Jurden burns verbal calories while showing the world why queer men from the South are often undefeated at being hilarious and relatable.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025
"Ma'am, you can verbalize your complaint without reading the book," Kazan said.
From Salon • Jun. 30, 2023
“LINGUINE ?!?!?! Ma’am those are softened bread sticks,” ranted another.
From Washington Post • Mar. 23, 2023
"Show us you care, Ma'am" bayed the Daily Express headline.
From BBC • Sep. 8, 2022
“You want me? Did I do something? I tried my best. Ma’am, I ain’t been well.”
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
