the poor

noun

: poor people

He gave money to the poor.

Examples of the poor in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Manager Michael Carrick still has his job, but if the poor run continues, he may be shown the door. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2026

The exercise has already disproportionately disenfranchised the poor, migrants, religious minorities, women—and is bound to continue doing so. — Asim Ali, Time, 24 Oct. 2026

When the perverted old butcher claims a beautiful young bride, the poor girl barely makes a peep. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

An initial investigation revealed that officials failed to inform residents about the poor quality of the water. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for the poor

• abjure
• adjure
• allure
• assure
• brochure
• cocksure
• coiffure
• contour
• couture
• demure
• detour
• endure