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as in boyfriend
a male romantic companion
I'm going to see my man again tonight
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as in person
a member of the human race
every man has a responsibility to safeguard the planet
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as in husband
the male partner in a marriage
I now pronounce you man and wife
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as in police
a body of officers of the law
the crowd of onlookers quickly scattered when the man arrived on the scene
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Recent Examples of man
For some reason, the wife has decided to stay with this man.
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R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
The nonprofit ended up purchasing a two-bedroom home in San Diego’s El Cerrito neighborhood, and two men moved in Tuesday.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Rose is the 13th man age 40 or older to lead at the halfway point of a major since 2012.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Both men are ready for a memorable Sunday duel.
—Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
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R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
The nonprofit ended up purchasing a two-bedroom home in San Diego’s El Cerrito neighborhood, and two men moved in Tuesday.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Rose is the 13th man age 40 or older to lead at the halfway point of a major since 2012.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Both men are ready for a memorable Sunday duel.
—Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for man
Noun
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The premium deodorant body spray and fragrance company AXE has just unveiled its latest campaign with daring comedian and actor Pete Davidson, bringing his trademark wit, authenticity, and underdog charm to the brand’s mission of helping guys feel their best.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Enter Johnson and a new era, and a draft class full of guys who ooze competitiveness.—
Kevin Fishbain,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Her boyfriend, actor Callum Turner, was featured in many of the photos, which also featured them hanging out on the beautiful beaches in Albania.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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The three women lived at the off-campus home with two female roommates who went physically unharmed in the attack, while Chapin was Kernodle’s boyfriend and slept over for the night.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Go to a person who has vetted out skincare and who is really interested in taking good care of you, not taking your money.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The round, dark-colored tea caddy is named after the Japanese person who owned it during the Meiji period (1868-1912).—
Nathan Pugh,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Daly and her husband adopted Buu, giving their once-struggling pup Tadpole a new best friend as the family waits for their next apartment.—
Simone Jasper,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2025
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The diagnosis fortunately led Hess and her husband to a physician who specialized in Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, and to a hospital with a suitable NICU.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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Police helicopters whirled overhead, part of the massive security operation Italian authorities mounted, including more than 2,500 police, 1,500 soldiers and a torpedo ship off the coast, Italian media reported.—
Nicole Winfield and Colleen Barry,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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After Hamilton had departed for his next race destination in Miami, the ribbon was replaced with a police line at the entrance, in fears of crowd and store safety, with shelves being emptied by staff as a precaution.—
Andrew Mackie,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Together, the trio of males — Diego, E5 and a less productive E3 — joined 12 females in what became one of the most ambitious and sustained rewilding programs in history.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The outlet reported that an 18-year-old male also sustained non-life-threatening injuries at the scene.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Jealous of Kate’s new beau, Bill (Glenn Ford), Pat steals him away, marrying him.—
Barry Levitt,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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Sherman, as the only nonpolitical character in the sketch, was paired with Jon Hamm playing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. but dressed like Walton Goggins' Rick, the beau of Wood's Chelsea on season 3 of the drama series.—
Jillian Sederholm,
EW.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Looking ahead, the two are most excited about experiencing life’s milestones as a family.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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What these leaders overlook is that strategy requires skilled, dedicated teams who can bring it to life.—
JacLyn Pagnotta,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Man.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/man. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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