common people
Example Sentences
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It’s playing with fire, and the common people will not be unscathed.
From Slate • May 15, 2026
Although in her youth Catherine had imbibed Enlightenment views about the suffering of the common people, she was pragmatic enough to leave undisturbed the adamantine ways of the Russian countryside.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
For instance, Aleys’ late mother cherished books, even though common people rarely knew how to read and write, let alone owned books.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
"The common people have supported us with an open heart," he added.
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
A principality is brought about either by the common people or by the nobility, depending on which of the two parties has the opportunity.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
