lad

Example Sentences

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A local lad, with the world at his feet, committed to Old Trafford for another five years.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

In addition to being named Orson, the lad has chronic gastrointestinal distress and plays the bassoon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Nathan: I'd like to think that they'd describe me as the same lad I was growing up.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

"He is a very competitive lad," said Brook.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

The hero of it was a beautiful lad, whose name was Narcissus.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton