vernacular

Example Sentences

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She owned a copy of Tyndale’s New Testament and backed appointees to the court who supported the idea of a vernacular Bible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

In his own vernacular, he "mogs" everyone he meets - he is so at the top of his game that he outshines everyone in his presence.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

They’re hearty, warm, cheesy, creamy and indulgent — just a few words that are part of the season’s culinary vernacular.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

He has the vernacular to have these conversations about what he needs from me to get him to where he needs to be.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

A Korean man, of his age, as part of the vernacular.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee