Example Sentences

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His principled defense of free speech shouldn’t preclude him from excluding the cranks and carnies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

But his patience with carnies allows him astonishing access.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2021

Not obviously with actors because we're basically shiftless carnies you know.

From Fox News • Oct. 22, 2019

It features an unusual group of tattooed carnies who auditioned for the roles last year.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2018

With its warm weather and special zoning laws allowing carnies to keep midway rides and wild animals in their back yards, the town was the Hollywood of human oddities.

From Slate • Dec. 1, 2012