lad

Example Sentences

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But his stepfather was an engraver, and the precocious lad saw books with plenty of pictures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

He added that people wanted a "local lad" to represent them, who lives in and knows the area, and "knows the people and is well in tune with that".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

He was also recorded saying "have a good night's sleep Watkins lad" as he was taken past the cell where the former singer was receiving medical treatment.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

"He was a natural lad, a lovely lad," said McIlroy.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

“I’ll leave the lad an acre in my will,” Buttercup’s father was fond of saying.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman