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lads

  • plural of lad.

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Its military youth wing was known as al-Shabab, meaning "The Lads".

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Despite its impact, Sonia says Lads Need Dads is struggling for funding.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2025

"Lads who played with me in that era would recognise this song from that period of our early 20s."

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2024

“Making this jar: I had all thoughts / Lads & gentlemen: never out walks.”

From Washington Post • Apr. 2, 2023

Lads with her experience were flying bombers now.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein