Sentence examples for an ordinary from inspiring English sources

The phrase "an ordinary" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is typical or common in nature.
Example: "She is just an ordinary person, living a simple life in a small town."
Alternatives: "a regular" or "a common".

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That's an ordinary sentence.

The New Yorker

Or an ordinary man?

The New York Times

"I'm just an ordinary laddie.

Independent

"He was an ordinary man.

The New York Times

"I'm just an ordinary person".

The New York Times

Journal of an Ordinary Grief.

The Economist

It wasn't an ordinary lunch.

The New Yorker

It was an ordinary saloon.

The Economist

It was an ordinary day.

The New Yorker

Finally, an ordinary saloon.

The Guardian

"He's an ordinary guy.

The New York Times

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