man-about-town
Example Sentences
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He was a man about town, excitedly touting the letters and statements of “immense enthusiasm” from elected officials.
From Los Angeles Times
He rose from humble pastoral beginnings to become a man about town in an industry where Black people weren’t afforded such prominent positions.
From Los Angeles Times
Gwendolen also comes recommended by one of Nellie’s children, oldest son Niven, a James Bond-ish man about town.
From Seattle Times
Coming as a surprise to absolutely no one, model Emily Ratajkowski is dating again, and the object of her latest affection appears to be none other than perennial man about town Pete Davidson.
From Los Angeles Times
One evening, Charles Swann, a wealthy, charming man about town and an habitue of the highest ranks of society, is introduced to Odette de Crécy at a theater by a friend who quietly suggests that he might have a good time with her.
From Washington Post
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
