folks
Example Sentences
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He said that three of the behind-the-scenes folks unofficially supporting him are CEOs, while “an ex-boss or two,” rounds out the gang.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
Even if folks aren’t thinking about the election, she said, “they’re thinking about the system that is making it harder for them and they’re noticing the differences.”
From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2026
Some folks want to delay claiming Social Security until they are 67 or even 70 in order maximize their monthly benefits and reduce reliance on investment withdrawals later in life.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 10, 2026
For me, I was just thinking about, again, how we’ve had so many folks who were known for films now all of a sudden becoming television stars.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
Once we’re out of earshot, I say, “I’m having folks over on Saturday for a work party in the lo‘i.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
