manly

Example Sentences

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Mr. Powell radiates such manly American likability that it’s bizarrely out of character for him to play this ruthless schemer, even as an impish chancer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

That’s when Maclin opened his big, manly arms for a hug.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

It seems to make them feel very strong and manly.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2025

It was a "ridiculous business... when they made me try to persuade Harry to stay. Kind of manly pep talk. Totally hopeless", writes Johnson, about the meeting between the pair of Old Etonians.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2024

She could imagine the scene—the manly punches to the shoulder, the horseplay.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan