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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
Although match times will not be announced until later this year, the dates and locations of games for 2026 men’s World Cup games are already set.
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Claire Poole, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
In a post-Federer/Nadal era and with Novak Djokovic getting beat in straight sets by Sinner in back-to-back semifinals, this is the new showcase event in men’s tennis.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Six men were inside a 2018 GMC Sierra pickup truck at the time of the shooting.
—Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 1 July 2025
The practice of superimposing disparate information has outlasted scientific acceptance of zodiac men.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Claire Poole, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
In a post-Federer/Nadal era and with Novak Djokovic getting beat in straight sets by Sinner in back-to-back semifinals, this is the new showcase event in men’s tennis.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Six men were inside a 2018 GMC Sierra pickup truck at the time of the shooting.
—Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 1 July 2025
The practice of superimposing disparate information has outlasted scientific acceptance of zodiac men.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for man
Noun
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There’s going to be a steady rotation of guys getting snaps along the line.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 July 2025
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And the coolest part for me, coming to Columbus, was switching roles from Boston and now being the guy who is counted on to work with younger guys.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Even Fitzgerald’s longtime boyfriend, Chef Tyler Anderson, is in on the helping.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
7 July 2025
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In the series, streaming July 10 on Netflix, Stalter plays Jessica, a 30-something who moves to London fresh off a life-altering breakup when her longtime boyfriend, Zev (Michael Zegen), leaves her for an influencer (Emily Ratajkowski).—
Lindy Segal,
Glamour,
7 July 2025
Noun
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And while a normal person will just digest that and process it, an allergic person actually sees this as a foreign threat.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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Still, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that about 34 people a day in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that’s one person every 42 minutes.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Jessica Alba appears to be enjoying her summer after filing for divorce from her estranged husband, Cash Warren.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
15 July 2025
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Batavia resident Lisa Page looks forward every year to attending the Windmill City Festival in town that remains a highlight for both her and her husband.—
David Sharos,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a 46-year-old man during an altercation at an El Cajon park earlier this year, police announced Monday.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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His platform also includes implementing a Department of Community Safety with outreach workers in subway stations, contrasting with Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul's police partnership.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Gorals live in groups of up to 12 individuals, but older males may be solitary, according to experts.—
Lauren Liebhaber
July 8,
Miami Herald,
8 July 2025
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The one victim, a 24-year-old male, is currently being treated at a local hospital.—
Ayah Imran,
Freep.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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The songstress and entertainer shared her special news with her fans on Instagram by posting a beautiful photo of her and her beau, NBA star of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
11 July 2025
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In the closing minutes of the second episode, Jess (Megan Stalter), the brash American protagonist of Netflix’s Too Much, lies down with the mix CD her new British beau, Felix (Will Sharpe), has made for her.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
10 July 2025
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Getty Images Ducks and tortoises, while less commonly owned, were mentioned for similar reasons—mess, care requirements, and life span.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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Evacuation information from Cal Fire Evacuation Orders Immediate threat to life.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 July 2025
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“Man.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/man. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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