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One can trace the journey of a pilgrim, hear the voices of medieval townsfolk, or explore the craftsmanship behind a 12th-century sword.
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Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
But in this disarmingly sweet, laugh-out-loud comedy about corn farming in the American South, the innocent townsfolk of Cob County use what sounds like the case file name only when debating the best way to cross the river.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
But townsfolk cannot wait for Leo to take up residence and enjoy the town’s gorgeous lake views and quiet starry nights.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025
There are a few casting notices available for the film, including as townsfolk, death metal music lovers and a photo double for actor Austin Amelio.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2025
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Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
But in this disarmingly sweet, laugh-out-loud comedy about corn farming in the American South, the innocent townsfolk of Cob County use what sounds like the case file name only when debating the best way to cross the river.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
But townsfolk cannot wait for Leo to take up residence and enjoy the town’s gorgeous lake views and quiet starry nights.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025
There are a few casting notices available for the film, including as townsfolk, death metal music lovers and a photo double for actor Austin Amelio.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2025
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“Townsfolk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/townsfolk. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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townsfolk
plural noun
towns·folk
ˈtau̇nz-ˌfōk 
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