They belonged to the local gentry but lived in poverty.

Throughout a long, difficult war, the local gentry remained firmly in control.

She went into service with one of the local gentry.

Much of the property was sold on, mostly to local gentry.

The local gentry moved out of the growing towns which filled with the working classes.

He was supported by most of the local gentry but had little support among others eligible to vote.

The local gentry continued to hear rumors and to pay court.

His family were members of the local gentry, or principal&.

He was therefore required to ask the local gentry instead.

The race has changed in that it is no longer just the local gentry who take part.