folk
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.
See Examples For:
ARIRANG, named after a South Korean folk song, includes mostly English lyrics but explores themes including Korean identity after the band's hiatus for mandatory military service.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
“Right now I’m a solo artist, which is kind of fun. I’m up there like a folk troubadour, singing the songs, reading from the book, and making some well-timed joke,” he told Salon.
From Salon ● Jul. 29, 2026
One of his students, John Stewart, shared his interest in folk, and they started a trio, with John Montgomery, called the Cumberland Three.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Carney’s unique tenor ranges from Jeff Buckley to Freddie Mercury; his rock background and skill with the guitar is required for Orpheus’ lyre-playing and lends to the folk roots of Mitchell’s songs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
I had thought they were drawings Gram had done of the charmed folk in the Spinney.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
“After you message your boss, forward those messages to other folks with capital,” Smith says.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026
“Queer folks, and multiracial people are not going away, and rainbow families,” Marshall said.
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2026
“A really good question that folks should think about is: Has the United States changed its policy without telling us?”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
“Since folks want a guarantee, they are going to choose the less risky choice of $65,000,” Brindle said.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
“You boring, Shrub. Better for sell it. Make folks believe.”
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
Vocabulary lists containing folk
