as one man

phrase

: with the agreement and consent of all : unanimously

The council voted as one man.

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of as one man was in the 14th century

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“As one man.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20one%20man. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.

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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026 - Definition revised

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