mama

Example Sentences

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As the chopper circled Miami, the cameraman explained the purpose of the shoot: “Everybody and their mama wants to know where he’s going to play ball next year.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

I remember everybody and their mama was talking about how great the script was and how they wanted to be on the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

Bystanders gathered, with one asking, “Would your mama be proud of you right now?”

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

“They’re mama bears, and they’re coming out, and they’re going to run for office, and they’re going to become more vocal.”

From Slate • Dec. 18, 2025

I heard my mama and pop shouting, “Keep playing, Cal! Keep playing!”

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney