the masses
plural noun
: the ordinary or common people
His films are not intended to appeal to the masses.
the needs of the masses
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The event was extraordinary not for the obvious schtick of a prince roughing it at a budget pub, but for the fact that William actually finished his pint, surely a first for a royal forced to quaff with the masses.
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Eva Wolchover,
Vanity Fair,
25 June 2026
His everyman story resonates with the masses.
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Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
Ronaldo is relatable to the masses.
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Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Rami Abdoch and the Abdurhman brothers sat in section 338 and erupted at every flashy play, shouted at all the controversial calls, and participated in every stadium-wide wave while booing among the masses at both hydration breaks.
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CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Eva Wolchover,
Vanity Fair,
25 June 2026
His everyman story resonates with the masses.
—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
Ronaldo is relatable to the masses.
—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Rami Abdoch and the Abdurhman brothers sat in section 338 and erupted at every flashy play, shouted at all the controversial calls, and participated in every stadium-wide wave while booing among the masses at both hydration breaks.
—
CBS News,
18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for the masses
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“The masses.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20masses. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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