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

Instead, he embraced the manly duty of the “great civilized nations of the present day” to ensure that the countries of the Western Hemisphere remain “stable, orderly, and prosperous.”

From Salon • Dec. 27, 2025

Hegseth’s obsession with appearing ripped and manly is nothing new.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 1, 2025

It seems to make them feel very strong and manly.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2025

Her mother-in-law, who had a fleshy-tipped nose and a pendulous, manly face, snatched the flower from Celia’s ear and crushed it in her hand.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García