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The ordinary people or person



a term used by famous people, especially actors, to refer to people who are not famous

the people



the general public


ordinary people in society, rather than people who are considered to be important or who belong to a particular group: can be followed by a singular or plural verb

the little people


the ordinary people in a society or organization who have no power



an ordinary person

the grass roots


the ordinary people in a community, country, society, or organization rather than its leaders

the multitude


the ordinary people who have no power or influence

the masses



lowest common denominator


ordinary people and what interests or entertains them. This expression shows a lack of respect or approval.

the hoi polloi


an insulting word for ordinary people who are not rich or well educated

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dead white (European) male


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