ma'am

Example Sentences

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"Yes ma'am, and ICE is dedicated to ensuring that everyone that visits the facilities will have a safe and secure event," replied Lyons.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Get out there and get on with your day, ma’am or sir!

From Slate • Jul. 26, 2025

“No ma’am, I think we still need conversations,” said Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, when asked if she would vote to nominate Jordan.

From Salon • Oct. 17, 2023

“OK, ma’am, if you feel unsafe, listen to yourself and evacuate,” the dispatcher replied.

From Washington Times • Oct. 13, 2023

"Well, ma'am, if you want to file charges, we have to talk to her."

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez