folk
noun
Usually folks. people in general.
folks
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pluralof folk.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“I think some folks have been questioning whether they can get the votes done to make it happen,” he said.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 2, 2026
First, we don’t know yet how long the vaccine offers immunity against shingles, nor is it clear whether the protective qualities it seems to offer older folks apply when it’s given to younger populations.
From Slate ● Nov. 1, 2026
“We’re seeing really significant demand from folks looking to protect downside,” said Stephen Solaka, a senior vice president at Gateway Investment Advisers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026
“We’ve had to do a lot of training with our staff for the past three years because they were so accustomed to helping folks one-on-one and now they can’t.”
From Salon ● Oct. 31, 2026
I was about to say that guests were folks you actually invited, but I knew he’d get on me for being rude.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
