as in public
the body of the community as contrasted with the elite
the chosen few might have the opportunity for a trip in the space shuttle, but it will be a while before the rank and file are taking space trips
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Recent Examples of rank and file
Recent encounters between Colombian law enforcement and armed groups suggest that children make up an alarming portion of their rank and file.
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Elizabeth Dickinson, Foreign Affairs, 8 May 2025
Instead, the recent raids have affected rank and file workers, most of whom were detained suddenly and face deportation.
—Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2025
Guests still walked the red carpet to show off their tuxes and gowns, and the WHCA even added an additional step and repeat backdrop for the journalism rank and file to get their own Instagram shots.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2025
City Councilmember Monica Rodriguez is among those who say that some of the money used for Hagerty would have been better spent bolstering the Emergency Management Department’s rank and file — as Parks had requested last year.
—Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2025
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Elizabeth Dickinson, Foreign Affairs, 8 May 2025
Instead, the recent raids have affected rank and file workers, most of whom were detained suddenly and face deportation.
—Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2025
Guests still walked the red carpet to show off their tuxes and gowns, and the WHCA even added an additional step and repeat backdrop for the journalism rank and file to get their own Instagram shots.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2025
City Councilmember Monica Rodriguez is among those who say that some of the money used for Hagerty would have been better spent bolstering the Emergency Management Department’s rank and file — as Parks had requested last year.
—Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rank and file
Noun
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The same ridiculous fiction is being sold to a gullible public that was trotted out after Sandy Hook, Las Vegas, Parkland, Buffalo and all the others: Guns don’t kill people, people kill people.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
30 July 2025
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With gratitude, Mike & Pam Warner Bros Discovery made its separation news public in June, with that divide coming in mid-2026.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 July 2025
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The populace at large would do so for everyday tasks and as a handy online intellectual partner that is usable anywhere and at any time.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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The monarch of the realm commissions the housing of her collection of artifacts for the inspiration and edification of the populace.—
Gina Grillo,
Chicago Tribune,
21 July 2025
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For the grand finale, singer, songwriter and actor Anthony Hamilton turned the dial down a few notches with a seemingly endless medley of southern R&B fitting for the festival's sophisticated, older crowd.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
27 July 2025
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No Me Quiero Ir De Aqui with a show-stopping performance and two special guests: rising star Young Miko and salsa legend Gilberto Santa Rosa both came out to a roaring crowd and joined Benito onstage for a pair of songs.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
26 July 2025
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According to the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, more than 1,350 people have drowned in the Great Lakes over the last 15 years, nearly half in Lake Michigan.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
21 July 2025
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Vince Panaro won the Head of Household position and had to nominate three people for eviction.—
Dina Kaur,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
Noun
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Stick with the Classics For this firepit area on the edge of the property, Jordin opted for wooden Adirondack chairs surrounded by a mass planting of lavender—two timeless garden elements that bring a sense of ease to any outdoor space.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 July 2025
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The constant contracting and relaxing of the muscles through vibration is also said to help improve strength, flexibility, circulation and bone mass.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
20 July 2025
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After a jury trial, Grider, who owns a vineyard in the Waco suburbs, was sentenced to spend nearly seven years behind bars in 2023 for storming the Capitol and joining a mob's assault on the U.S. House chamber.—
Bayliss Wagner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Soon after, a mob attacked their home, throwing their possessions into the street and allegedly abusing their three daughters.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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