ordinary
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Fresh fruits and vegetables — when available — are often priced beyond the reach of ordinary people.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026
They present their candidacies as opportunities to implement working-class-focused policies that would reduce government control and return power to ordinary residents.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
“It is crucial to clearly distinguish between the responsibilities of a regime and the fate of millions of ordinary citizens,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
You would not face the 10% early withdrawal penalty, even if the money would still be taxed as ordinary income.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
“It’s a valid question. These, my dear, are no ordinary cameras. These,” he said, patting the camera by his side like it was a dog, “these detect Butterflies.”
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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