noun
the common people; the masses
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The exclusive event was attended by high society individuals, far removed from the hoi polloi.
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The fancy restaurant is not really my scene, too many hoi polloi for my liking.
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I can't stand hanging out with the hoi polloi at that dive bar.
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The artist's work was not appreciated by the hoi polloi, but it was highly praised by art critics.