ladies
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The ladies of “The View” finally decided that a free press is worth defending.
From Salon • May 13, 2026
She was the top student at a local school for young ladies, where she learned to speak French, studied the world outside her community and was taught to express her opinions, which were sometimes controversial.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
Hauer said she, Tess and Claudia could "finally be ladies who lunch in the autumn" - although Hauer has since been cast as a dance teacher in comedy play Stepping Out from August.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
“We’re in a tough spot, ladies and gentlemen, and I can’t identify a lot of good options, even as ships carrying Marines are heading for the Gulf,” he said.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
A few ladies pushing baby prams passed us, and Mr. Tuthill tipped his hat to each of them in a friendly manner.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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