English Expression · Intermediate
common clay
The ordinary, run-of-the-mill people
Pronunciation: say common clay
Meaning
The ordinary, run-of-the-mill people.
Example
"It is the privilege of the original thinker to put forward ideas which are new and usually unwelcome to the common clay."
"It is the privilege of the original thinker to put forward ideas which are new and usually unwelcome to the common clay."
Practice tips
- Practice common clay out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.