Be somebody’s man
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To be devoted or loyal to a particular person.
Don't worry, I've been your man for years, I won't abandon you now.
Often appears as...
- truly be somebody’s man
- always be somebody’s man
Usage tips
Colloquial
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To be employed or controlled by a specific person.
I am not his man, I work for myself.
Often appears as...
- never be somebody’s man
- often be somebody’s man
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To be a woman's boyfriend or husband.
She said with pride, this is my man.
Often appears as...
- always be somebody’s man
- finally be somebody’s man
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
To be devoted or loyal to a particular person.
Don't worry, I've been your man for years, I won't abandon you now.
Often appears as...
- truly be somebody’s man
- always be somebody’s man
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
To be employed or controlled by a specific person.
I am not his man, I work for myself.
Often appears as...
- never be somebody’s man
- often be somebody’s man
phrase
To be a woman's boyfriend or husband.
She said with pride, this is my man.
Often appears as...
- always be somebody’s man
- finally be somebody’s man
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Bond
Used to express a deep and personal commitment to someone.
Through thick and thin, I'll always be your man.
Pro Tip 2/3Not About Gender
Can be used regardless of the speaker's gender to signify loyalty.
You saved my life, I'm your man if you ever need help.
Pro Tip 3/3Trusted Ally
Suggests that the person can be relied upon in difficult times.
If you're going into that negotiation, I want to be your man.
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