lad
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“It’s a ballad for the real lad, an acceptable point where men can show a bit of emotion.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026
Harrington described him as "really pleasant" and a "bright lad", who was modest.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
"That just fed his hunger and it confirmed to me that this this lad would go through anything to get to where he wanted to get to," said Hockaday.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Describing Scolyer as a "cheery, down-to-earth, lad from Launceston" and a brilliant, internationally recognised scientist, he said: "He will be remembered as a truly great Australian."
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
The rowers bent their strong backs while a lad up beside the master beat the stroke on a drum.
From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin
"How come these lads can do that in my seat here when we can't do that at an Everton home game?"
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
"A couple of lads I know did the camp last season and spoke really highly," said Keane.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
It was a bit strange because when he missed our game, that got the lads talking because Diogo would never not play.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
"Regarding Sunday, unfortunately that doesn't apply with the 1am start but going forwards we are absolutely backing our pubs so people can watch and support our lads, and it's coming home hopefully."
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
As she finished her prayer the two lads sank to the ground.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
